Practical nurse jobs in New Westminster, BC and nearby

Practical nurse jobs within 25 km of New Westminster, BC, Canada. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

Counted Sep 18, 2026

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Open jobs: 267
Employers: 38

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Average starting payCAD / hour: $32.90Across 104 listings

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Hybrid: <1%1 listing
On-site: >99%266 listings

Employers hiring include Vancouver Coastal Health (82), Fraser Health (63), Fraser Health Authority (26).

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Practical nurse jobs in New Westminster, BC and nearby

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Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope, Eagle Ridge Hospital
Fraser Health
New Westminster, BC
Part-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope
Fraser Health
New Westminster, BC
…of Practice as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), and…
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Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - Peace Arch Hospital
Fraser Health
White Rock, BC
Full-time
We are currently hiring for a Full Time Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope to join our Emergency team at Peace Arch Hospital located in White Rock, B.C.
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Powell River BC
SUNSHINE COAST HEALTH CENTRE LTD
Surrey, BC
$36.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
Full-time
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Surgical Services
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
$32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
Other
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and…
Registered Nurse / Registered Practical Nurse
Calian in Space & Technology
Vancouver, BC
Part-time
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - UBC Acute Medicine Unit
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
$32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
Full-time
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and…
Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope, Ridge Meadows Hospital
Fraser Health Authority
Pitt Meadows, BC
$32.84 to $44.96 CAD / hour
Other
Working as a Licensed Practical Nurse at Ridge Meadows Hospital feels deeply connected to the community, where you care for neighbors in a warm, close-knit environment surrounded by nature.…
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Rejuvenation
Vancouver, BC
Licensed Practical Nurse - Arbutus Care Centre
AgeCare
Vancouver, BC
Part-time
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Community Health Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse - Burnaby
Fraser Health
Burnaby, BC
Full-time
Join our Home Health team in Burnaby! We are currently seeking a Community Health Licensed Practical Nurse to make a meaningful impact in the community.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - Peace Arch Hospital
Fraser Health
White Rock, BC
Full-time
We are currently hiring for a Full Time Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope to join our Surgical team at Peace Arch Hospital located in White Rock, B.C.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - 6 North - General Medicine
Vancouver Coastal Health
Richmond, BC
$32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
Part-time
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and…
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - 6 North - General Medicine
Vancouver Coastal Health
Richmond, BC
$32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
Part-time
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and…
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - 2 South - Acute Telemetry
Vancouver Coastal Health
Richmond, BC
$32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
Part-time
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and…
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - 6 North - General Medicine
Vancouver Coastal Health
Richmond, BC
$32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
Temporary
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and…
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - 2 South - Acute Telemetry
Vancouver Coastal Health
Richmond, BC
$32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
Full-time
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and…
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Medicine
Vancouver Coastal Health
North Vancouver, BC
$32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
Part-time
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and…
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Subacute Respiratory
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
$32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
Part-time
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and…
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Vancouver Coastal Health
North Vancouver, BC
$32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
Other
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and…
Registered Practical Nurse
Loblaw Companies Limited
Burnaby, BC
Part-time
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
Retirement Concepts
Surrey, BC
$32.84 to $44.96 CAD / hour
Temporary
Registered Nurse / Registered Practical Nurse
Calian Group
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
Calian PSP is currently recruiting experienced Nurses to provide in-home support
Licensed Practical Nurse
Coast Mental Health
Port Coquitlam, BC
Full-time
Community Health Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse - Burnaby
Fraser Health Authority
Burnaby, BC
$32.84 to $44.96 CAD / hour
Full-time

Coast Mental Health

Licensed Practical Nurse

Port Coquitlam, BC, Canada

Pay: Salary Range: $32.84 to $41.35
Job type: Full-time

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Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct nursing care, including psychiatric assessments, crisis interventions, and medication administration within a multi-disciplinary team. They are responsible for implementing trauma-informed care and psychosocial rehabilitation for clients with complex needs related to mental illness and addiction.

Requirements

Candidates must have graduated from a recognized program for Licensed Practical Nurses and maintain a full practicing license with the BCCNM. Additionally, applicants must possess a valid B.C. Class 5 Driver's License, First Aid certification, and pass a criminal records clearance.

Experience

2 to 5 years

Education

professional certificate

Working hours

40 hours per week

Work arrangement

On-site

Skills

Nursing
Psychiatric assessment
Crisis intervention
Medication administration
Group facilitation
Trauma-informed care
Addiction support
Mental health support
Psychosocial rehabilitation
Care planning
Harm reduction
Motivation enhancement
Clinical documentation
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Patient observation

Benefits

Health insurance
Vision care
Dental care
Prescription drugs
Naturopath
Acupuncture
Chiropractic
Group life insurance
Massage therapy
Physiotherapy
Sick-leave accruals
Long-term disability
Short-term disability
Paid leave for gender affirming care
Employee and family assistance program
Municipal pension plan

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Keywords

Licensed Practical Nurse
LPN
Mental Health
Addiction
Trauma-informed care
Psychosocial rehabilitation
BCCNM
Concurrent disorders
Crisis intervention
Medication administration
Nursing
Clinical coordination
Harm reduction
Recovery-oriented
Healthcare
Social services
Patient care
Case management
First Aid
WHMIS

Original job description

Status: Permanent, Full-time

Schedule: 0700 to 1900 Tuesday to Friday

Start Date: As soon as possible.

Location: R&R, Coquitlam, BC

Salary Range: $32.84 to $41.35

Job Summary
Under the direction of the Program Director and Clinical Coordinator, and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, the LPN provides a broad range of nursing functions and direct care; including psychiatric and physical assessments, crisis interventions, medication administration, group facilitation and other duties as required.

The LPN role is in accordance with the LPN scope of practice and clinical direction is provided by the RPN/RN on duty. The LPN is responsible for implementing the delivery of trauma-informed care for people that may have or have experienced homelessness, severe addictions, mental illness, concurrent disorders, trauma and family, cultural and community disconnection. Clients may also have involvement in the criminal justice or forensic systems. As a member of the multi-disciplinary team, the nurse shares information with team and other professionals in relation to client progress, care planning and interventions.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from a recognized program for Licensed Practical Nurses and ability to maintain full practising license with the BCCNM
Ability to provide/obtain the following upon hire:
- Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver's License
- Valid First Aid Certificate (“Emergency First Aid – Community Care” or equivalent)
- Criminal Records Clearance from the BC Ministry of Justice.
- Tuberculosis Clearance (Done within the past 6 months)
- Immunization Records
- WHMIS Certificate

Knowledge and Abilities

A good understanding of the issues facing women / men with complex needs related to psychiatric disability, addiction, past trauma / victimization.
Ability to work with people with a mental illness and addictions.
A good understanding of mental illness, addiction issues, psychotrophic medications and psychosocial rehabilitation principles/ strengths-based model.
Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.
Knowledge of and ability to implement psychosocial rehabilitation framework and strength-based, recovery-oriented techniques
Knowledge of trauma-informed care.
Knowledge of and ability to implement techniques related to concurrent disorders (mental illness and addiction), including motivation enhancement techniques and harm reduction.
Knowledge of an ability to work with the culturally diverse group of clients, including Aboriginal clients.
Knowledge of housing issues and community resources in Metro Vancouver.
Ability to effectively organize work
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others
Ability to operate related equipment (i.e. computers)
Ability to organize and prioritize

About Coast

Coast Mental Health (Coast) is one of the largest mental health non-profit societies in Canada and operates a large array of innovative housing and community-based rehabilitation services for people with a mental illness living in and around Vancouver. Coast operates in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia providing approximately 1000 people with supportive housing and 4000 clients living in the community with a wide variety of programs and services.

Coast fosters a client-driven, recovery-oriented environment that promotes restoring health, personal growth and a return to society for individuals with a mental illness through advocacy and providing direct programs and services. Coast is deeply invested in cultural safety, reconciliation, and anti-racism. Our employees receive training on cultural humility, trauma-informed practice, and inclusive leadership. We strive to reflect the communities we serve and value lived experience alongside professional qualifications.

Why Coast

We recognize safety as a top priority for the organization.
We believe in our people and recognize hard work.
We operate client-centered care under the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation.
We offer a variety of work placement opportunities within the organization.
We strive to be the best that we can be.
We hold Exemplary Standingwith Accreditation Canada.
We have been recognized with numerous awards for our innovative programming.
We care about our employees, and believe in living our values and culture throughout the organization

Some of the Benefits we Offer

100% employer-paid benefits for employees and their families.
Vision Care, Dental Care, Prescription Drugs, Naturopath, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Group Life, Massage therapy, Physiotherapy, and Unlimited Out-of-Province and Out-of-Country Emergencies.
General sick-leave accruals.
Long-term disability programs. Short-term disability programs available to exempt positions only.
5 days of paid leave for Indigenous Employees for Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual events per year.
8 weeks of paid leave for gender affirming care for medical procedures for transgender and gender diverse employees, cumulative total.
Employee and Family Assistance Program, which includes personal counselling, Life Coaching, Financial Coaching, Legal Referral and Advisory Services, and Health Coaching. In addition, Coast provides a cognitive behavioural therapy program (CBT abilities program) and Headversity for managing a variety of life issues and includes self-paced therapeutic support.
Municipal Pension Plan with guaranteed lifetime monthly pension when you retire. More information can be found at: https://mpp.pensionsbc.ca.

***For any unionized positions, current/internal Coast employees must apply within seven (7) days of the posting date with their internal UKG account (using their Coast email address), in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Current/internal Coast employees who apply to a unionized position using an external account (or email), or after the seven (7) day deadline will be considered an external candidate. In this case, seniority will not be considered.***

Coast Mental Health is committed to creating a culture of diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion or disability.

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