Island Health·Parksville, British Columbia
Provide care to complex but stable residents/clients in long-term care.
Perform assessments and plan of care.
Provide personal care and nursing procedures.
Administer medications in accordance with scope of practice and unit protocols.
Operate related equipment.
Work under the direction of the Manager or designate and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Continuously improve quality and safety in accordance with Island Health values and strategic direction
Close Date Location Trillium Lodge (TLLTC) - Parksville, BC V9P 2G9 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 0700-1300 / 1500-2100 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Temp PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $32.84 - $44.96 Paid FTE 0.55 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 39.42 Planned Start Date Jul. 2 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Sep. 30 2026 Pending Return of Incumbent Yes CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Required for Professional Registration
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Under the direction of the Manager or designate and in collaboration as a member of a multidisciplinary team, the Licensed Practical Nurse provides care to complex but stable residents /clients. Performs assessments, plans and provides personal care, and performs nursing procedures. The Licensed Practical Nurse operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, and according to agency operating policies and standards and unit specific protocols.
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
MHSU positions require completion of additional education as outlined by BCCNM where Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders are primary diagnosis.
Communicate effectively with residents, families, co-workers, multidisciplinary team members, and the public.
Deal effectively with others.
Organize work and implement a plan of care.
Demonstrate knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice, including administering medications.
Operate related equipment.
Physically able to carry out the duties of the position.
Criminal Record Check required (CRC required for access to children or vulnerable adults)
Market context
In British Columbia, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, community care, and specialty units, with competition often strongest for positions that require recent clinical experience or post-basic education. Candidates with current BCCNM RN registration, Basic Life Support (Level C) where required, and experience aligned to the unit usually stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then match your resume to the specific unit skills and recent experience listed.