Licensed Practical Nurse | Community Care
- Clearwater, BC, Canada
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Original job description
Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Home Health team in Clearwater BC. If Nursing is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today!
Who We Are
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.
What We Offer
We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:
The Licensed Practical Nurse:
Shifts of work will be scheduled days from 08:30 to 13:30, 08:30 to 16:30, 08:30 to 12:15 hours.
About this Location
Clearwater can be found amid the pristine wilderness of British Columbia's interior, inviting travelers with its breathtaking natural beauty and abundant outdoor adventures. Surrounded by towering mountains, lush forests, and crystal-clear lakes and rivers, this charming town offers a gateway to explore the wonders of Wells Gray Provincial Park, renowned for its stunning waterfalls, rugged hiking trails, and diverse wildlife.
Outdoor enthusiasts can indulge in a myriad of activities, from white-water rafting and kayaking to hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. Take advantage of the nearby jewel of the community, Dutch Lake, offering a refreshing place to swim or test your luck fishing for rainbow and brook trout. For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, Clearwater also boasts scenic drives, charming cafes, and opportunities to immerse oneself in the peaceful serenity of nature.
With its warm hospitality and unparalleled natural splendor, Clearwater promises an unforgettable escape into the heart of British Columbia's wilderness.
See why working in Clearwater as a healthcare professional is such a great opportunity!
Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers!]
Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!
Who We Are
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.
What We Offer
We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Employer paid training/education opportunities
- Generous Vacation Entitlement
- Employer Paid Health Benefits
- Municipal Pension Plan
- Shift Premiums
- Competitive wages
The Licensed Practical Nurse:
- In collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, performs assessments, plans, implements and provides personal and nursing care to clients such as wound care, IV, catheter care and pleurex drains
- Administers oral, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications in accordance with pharmaceutical and organizational policies and procedures
- Operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), and according to organizational policies, procedures, standards and unit specific protocols
Shifts of work will be scheduled days from 08:30 to 13:30, 08:30 to 16:30, 08:30 to 12:15 hours.
About this Location
Clearwater can be found amid the pristine wilderness of British Columbia's interior, inviting travelers with its breathtaking natural beauty and abundant outdoor adventures. Surrounded by towering mountains, lush forests, and crystal-clear lakes and rivers, this charming town offers a gateway to explore the wonders of Wells Gray Provincial Park, renowned for its stunning waterfalls, rugged hiking trails, and diverse wildlife.
Outdoor enthusiasts can indulge in a myriad of activities, from white-water rafting and kayaking to hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. Take advantage of the nearby jewel of the community, Dutch Lake, offering a refreshing place to swim or test your luck fishing for rainbow and brook trout. For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, Clearwater also boasts scenic drives, charming cafes, and opportunities to immerse oneself in the peaceful serenity of nature.
With its warm hospitality and unparalleled natural splendor, Clearwater promises an unforgettable escape into the heart of British Columbia's wilderness.
See why working in Clearwater as a healthcare professional is such a great opportunity!
Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers!]
Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!
More about this job
Responsibilities
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess clients, plan and provide personal and nursing care, including wound, intravenous, catheter, and pleurex drain care. Administer oral, subcutaneous, and intramuscular medications in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and nursing practice standards.
Requirements
The posting seeks an experienced, reliable, flexible, and motivated Licensed Practical Nurse. The nurse must work within the competency guidelines and full scope of practice set by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives and follow organizational policies, procedures, standards, and unit protocols.
Skills
- Nursing Care
- Client Assessment
- Care Planning
- Wound Care
- Intravenous Care
- Catheter Care
- Pleurex Drain Care
- Medication Administration
- Oral Medication Administration
- Intramuscular Medication Administration
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Flexibility
- Reliability
Benefits
- Employee And Family Assistance Program
- Employer-Paid Training And Education Opportunities
- Generous Vacation Entitlement
- Employer-Paid Health Benefits
- Municipal Pension Plan
- Shift Premiums
- Competitive Wages
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Home Health
- Nursing
- Client Assessment
- Care Planning
- Personal Care
- Wound Care
- Intravenous Care
- Catheter Care
- Pleurex Drains
- Medication Administration
- Multidisciplinary Team
- British Columbia College Of Nurses And Midwives
- Standards Of Practice
- Organizational Policies And Procedures
- Unit Protocols