Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Integrated Care Team Pender Community Health Centre

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

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Integrated Care team at Pender Community Health Centre in Vancouver BC. Apply today to join our team!

As an LPN at Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

• Work collaboratively across multiple sites clinics and services or on outreach/home based visits within an integrated health service delivery model and interdisciplinary care team to provide holistic care with primary care clients.
• Care for clients and families who are experiencing health challenges across the primary care situations where client care needs are not stable or predictable the LPN seeks direction/guidance from a Registered Nurse (RN) Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician (MD).
• Work closely with the RN/RPN/NP/MD in direct care activities using a team-based care approach such as assessing planning implementing evaluating and documenting client care as part of the team and collaboratively with other Community Care Services.
• Establish maintain and enhance therapeutic relationships based on respect.
• Support clients and their families to achieve and maintain optimal health.

Education & Experience

• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses. Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• One (1) year of recent related experience or completion of a full final clinical placement in a community setting working as a Licensed Practical Nurse providing care through a holistic mental health substance use and/or primary care lens or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
• Valid BC Drivers License preferred.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.
• Demonstrated ability in dealing with a variety of situations and responsibilities requiring initiative creativity and professional judgment.
• Ability to assess clients at risk and knowledge of appropriate acts; e.g. Mental Health Act Adult Guardianship Public Health Act as it relates to the rights and obligations of clients and staff.
• Knowledge and experience in providing culturally safe and competent care specifically pertaining to Indigenous people.
• Knowledge and experience in Trauma Informed Practice Harm Reduction and Recovery Oriented Care.
• Knowledge and practice within the standards dictated by the BCCNM for Licensed Practical Nurses.
• Broad knowledge of working with clients and familys across the life span.
• Broad knowledge of Community resources and polices.
• Demonstrated ability to apply decision-making and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively deal with conflict situations.
• Demonstrated ability to plan organize and prioritize work.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Knowledge and experience with basic computer programs (Word Microsoft Outlook). Demonstrated skill in clinical techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system.

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.

As per Ministry of Health policy all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

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 plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports including counselling critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices diverse teams and inclusive environments which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of BCs Top Employers Canadas Best Diversity Employers and Canadas Top Employers for Young People in 2025.

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


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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.