Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job ID 2024-120747 City Vancouver Work Location UBC Hospital Department Short Term Assessment & Treatment (STAT) Centre Home Worksite 02 - UBC Hospital Labour Agreement Nurses' Bargaining Association Union 203 - Nurses BCNU LPN (Facilities) Position Type Baseline Job Status Regular Part-Time FTE 0.47 Standard Hours / Week 17.63 Job Category Nursing Salary Grade L1 Min Hourly CAD $32.84/Hr. Max Hourly CAD $41.35/Hr. Shift Times 0700-1500/1500-2300 Days Off Rotating Position Start Date As soon as possible Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $32.84/Hr. - CAD $41.35/Hr. Job Summary

Come work as a Licensed Practical Nurse with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

 

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Short Term Assessment & Treatment Centre in Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!

 

Join our caring community at UBC Hospital, located on the beautiful University of British Columbia campus in Vancouver. Surrounded by lush forest on three sides and ocean on the fourth, UBCH is located in a growing community. It is within walking distance to many beaches and Pacific Spirit Park which offers a network of trails contained in more than 750 hectares of forest. With its ideal location on the west side of the city, the population on this vibrant campus is growing exponentially. As its own mini-city within itself, UBC has its fair share of local restaurants and cafes, grocery stores, recreation sites, new real estate developments, three new schools (elementary and high school) being built and even its own Fire and RCMP departments. Many people and families call this unique location home.

 

Thinking about the commute to UBC? We have got your back when it comes to getting to work hassle-free. For permanent part-time and full-time staff, VCH offers a transit subsidy to ensure accessibility and convenience of our staff. A shuttle between Vancouver General Hospital and UBC Hospital is also available to staff at select times throughout the day. 

 

As an LPN at Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

Perform full scope of practical nursing functions for clients with predictable outcomes within a designated area of specialty.Assess, plan, implement, evaluate and document client care, and provide support to clients and their families.Work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary care team and under general supervision, supports the Registered Nurse in caring for clients with unpredictable outcomes or where the acuity or complexity of care requires an advanced level of knowledge and skill beyond the scope of practice for Licensed Practical Nurses.Maintain and advance clinical competence pursuant to the standards of practice of BCCNM for Licenced Practical Nurses. Qualifications

Education & Experience

Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Knowledge & Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Ability to deal with others effectively.Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.Ability to organize work.Ability to operate related equipment. Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.  Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension planGrow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunitiesWellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate familiesAward-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteersAccess to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.


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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.