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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Long-term Care

  • Williams Lake, BC, Canada

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Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse to join Long-term Care team at Deni House in Williams Lake, 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:

  • Employee & Family Assistance Program
  • Employer paid training/education opportunities
  • Generous Vacation Entitlement
  • Employer Paid Health Benefits
  • Municipal Pension Plan
  • Shift Premiums
  • Competitive wages

About The Job

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):

  • Performs assessments and plans, implements and provides personal and nursing care to patients in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team; the scope or extent of the skills that the LPN performs varies according to the predictability of the outcome for a given client population
  • 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

This is a Permanent Part Time (0.84) opportunity.

Shifts of work will be scheduled days and evenings rotating from 07:00 to 15:00, 15:00 to 23:00 hours.

About this Location

Deni House provides excellent long-term care in a home-like environment overlooking the City of Williams Lake in the heart of the Cariboo. We are located adjacent to Cariboo Memorial Hospital. The name “Deni House” was chosen for its significance to the Cariboo. Deni is the Chilcotin word meaning “People” or “All the People.” The word “House” was chosen due to historical significance from the days of the Cariboo Gold Rush and the way stations along the gold rush trail used as places of refuge and rest for weary people. Deni House means “A House for Our People.” Deni House is home to 19 permanent clients and includes 9 short-stay beds offering respite, convalescent and palliative care.

Surrounded by rugged forests and stunning lakes, Williams Lake is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. From hiking, fishing, and boating in the warmer months to snowmobiling and cross-country skiing in the winter, the area offers year-round adventure just outside your door.

Beyond outdoor recreation, Williams Lake has a growing local business scene with unique eateries, cafes, and farmers' markets. It’s a place where families can access schools, parks, and community amenities while enjoying affordable living. Whether you're seeking a more relaxed pace of life or looking for an outdoor basecamp to explore the vast wilderness, Williams Lake offers the perfect balance of adventure and convenience.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of BC’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!
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Responsibilities

Assess patients and plan, implement, and provide personal and nursing care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Administer oral, subcutaneous, and intramuscular medications in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and standards of practice.

Requirements

The posting seeks an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse and expects practice within the BCCNM competency guidelines, standards, and full scope of practice, as well as organizational policies and unit protocols. No specific education credential or years of experience are stated.

Skills

  • Patient Assessment
  • Care Planning
  • Personal Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Oral Medication Administration
  • Intramuscular Medication Administration
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Clinical Judgment
  • 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

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Categories

  • Healthcare

Keywords

  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Long-Term Care
  • Patient Assessment
  • Care Planning
  • Personal Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Oral Medications
  • Subcutaneous Medications
  • Intramuscular Medications
  • Multidisciplinary Team
  • BCCNM
  • Standards of Practice
  • Competency Guidelines
  • Permanent Part-Time
  • Rotating Shifts
  • Day Shifts
  • Evening Shifts
  • Respite Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • Palliative Care

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