Position Summary
We are seeking reliable and motivated Practical Nurses to join our passionate, energetic care teams in beautiful Lillooet, B.C. Our care team members exemplify a person-centered philosophy designed to support peoples' choices, help people function at their highest level, and provide the best quality of life possible.
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.
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 CASUAL OPPORTUNITY. Casual means hours are not guaranteed and may vary and shifts may be at short notice. Casual employees are eligible to apply for internal postings including permanent and temporary positions. There are many opportunities with Interior Health that begin with casual.
Effective April 1, 2024, the hourly wage for this position will be $32.84 to $41.35
About this location/unit:
Lillooet Hospital & Health Centre provides full services of medical, palliative, maternity and ER coverage. A part-time OR program is also running 3 days per week and there is also part time coverage for physiotherapy and occupational therapy. The Emergency Department has 5 beds including a cast room and treatment room and is open 24hrs. The in-patient unit has 6 beds, including medical, palliative and maternity. There are 2 RNs on shift.
Nestled between stunning mountains and the bench lands of the Fraser River, Lillooet, BC is a treasure to call home. Winter enthusiasts will love the location - Whistler, BC (home of the 2010 Olympics) is a mere 2 ½ hour drive! Beautiful scenery, small town charms and sunny skies will make you wonder why you waited!
Interior Health is an organization where you have room to grow and where life outside of work is just as important to us as it is to you. Apply Today!
Qualfications
? Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses.
? Current full practicing licensure with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
? Current CPR certification required. *Please upload a copy of your valid CPR certificate with your application*