Licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)
Island Health • Victoria, BC, Canada
7 hours ago
Job type
- Permanent, Full-time
Job description
- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 37.5 hours per week
- Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
Work setting
- Hospital/medical facility or clinic
Tasks
- Take vital signs
- Provide nursing services, within defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures
- Provide nursing care
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province/territory of work
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certificate
- CPR Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
Area of specialization
- Emergency room
- Intensive care
- Intensive care, nursery
- Operating room
- Pediatrics
- Palliative care
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
- Immunization records
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Screening questions
- Are you authorized to work in Canada?
- Are you willing to relocate for this position?
- Do you have experience working in this field?
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Employment terms options
- Shift
- To be determined
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- As per collective agreement
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
- Pension plan
Long term benefits
- Long-term care insurance
- Maternity and parental benefits
Other benefits
- On-site amenities
- Parking available
- Wellness program
Support for Indigenous people
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
- Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
- Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
- Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers