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Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope

Island Health·Victoria, British Columbia

CA$33 - CA$45/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs
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About the role

Under the direction of the Manager or designate, perform assessments, plan and provide personal care, and perform nursing procedures. Operate in accordance with competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives. Provide care according to agency operating policies and unit specific protocols. Continuously improve quality and safety as a shared responsibility

Close Date Location Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 0700 - 1900 / 1900 - 0700 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Regular FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $32.84 - $44.96 Paid FTE 1.0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75 Planned Start Date Jun. 19 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent 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

Job Description

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, Full Scope performs assessments, plans and provides personal care, and performs nursing procedures. The Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope 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.

Qualifications

  • Education, Training And Experience Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
  • Perinatal positions also require (a) completion of a perinatal education program plus breastfeeding course; or (b) 1 year of recent (within the last 2 years) acute perinatal experience. Perinatal positions also require Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within the past 2 years.
  • MHSU positions also require completion of additional education as outlined by BCCNM for practice where Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders are the primary diagnosis.
  • Hip and Knee Clinic positions also require two (2) years' recent, related surgical and preadmission clinic experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience Skills And Abilities
  • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with residents, families, co-workers, members of the multidisciplinary team and the public.
  • Deal with others effectively.
  • Organize work and implement a plan of care.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice as currently required by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, including administering medications.
  • Operate related equipment.
  • Physically carry out the duties of the position. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD477.pdf Additional information for applicants Additional Clauses BCNU: PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WILL BE POSTED FOR 72 HOURS. NOTE CLOSING DATE. Recent negotiations with the Nurses Bargaining Association (NBA) have resulted in changes to the hiring language in the Collective Agreement ( Article 18.01- First Consideration). The internal application process for nurse postings has been changed to ensure that you are aware of the need to provide the following relevant information with your application (within your Cover Letter and/or Resume). 1) Qualifications (Education & Experience): Please list how you meet the qualification requirements as noted in the job posting. 2) Qualifications (Skills & Abilities): Please explain how you meet each of the critical unit specific skills and abilities to work successfully in this position on this unit. Refer to the Job Posting for Skills & Abilities. The change to application process will help managers determine if internal applicants meet education and experience qualifications, and have the necessary unit skills and abilities contained in the job description. Requisition CA Nurses Bargaining Association Affiliation/Union BCNU

Requirements

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.

Perinatal positions: completion of a perinatal education program plus breastfeeding course OR 1 year of recent acute perinatal experience within the last 2 years; NRP certification within the past 2 years.

MHSU positions: completion of additional education as outlined by BCCNM for practice where Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders are primary diagnosis.

Hip and Knee Clinic positions: two (2) years' recent related surgical and preadmission clinic experience OR equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing with residents, families, co-workers, multidisciplinary team members, and the public.

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 and physically carry out the duties of the position.

CRC required (criminal record check) due to working with or having access to children or vulnerable adults

  • Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant
  • Perinatal positions: completion of a perinatal education program plus breastfeeding course OR 1 year of recent acute perinatal experience within the last 2 years
  • Perinatal positions: Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within the past 2 years
  • Hip and Knee Clinic positions: two (2) years' recent related surgical and preadmission clinic experience OR equivalent combination of education, training and experience
  • MHSU positions: additional education as outlined by BCCNM for practice where Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders are the primary diagnosis

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
CA$33 - CA$45/hr
Location
Victoria, British Columbia
Application
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Island Health

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  • Assessments
  • Administering medications
  • Operating related equipment
  • Organizing work and implementing a plan of care
  • Performing nursing procedures
  • Planning and providing personal care
  • Dealing effectively with residents, families, co-workers, and the public
  • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing
  • Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
  • Physically carrying out duties of the position
  • Working at full scope of practice per BCCNM standards
  • Market context

    BC LPN roles need current clinical readiness

    Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope roles in British Columbia are often in steady demand across acute, community, and specialty settings, especially where recent hands-on experience is required. These positions are competitive because employers look for active registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, relevant specialty education, and current certifications such as NRP for perinatal work. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then match your recent experience and credentials to the specific unit before applying.

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