Island Health·Duncan, British Columbia
Provide personal care and perform nursing procedures for clients in Home & Community Care.
Conduct home visits and complete assessments to ensure quality client care.
Contribute to development of client-centered care and self-care management standards, policies, and procedures.
Support and direct Community Health Workers.
Collaborate, consult, and act as a liaison with the interdisciplinary team to facilitate quality care.
Operate within competency guidelines and full scope of practice per BCCNM standards and Home and Community Care Program policies, standards, and protocols.
Provide overnight palliative nursing care.
Ensure patient and staff safety and continuously improve quality and safety
Close Date Location Duncan Norcross & Drinkwater Road (DNDR) - Duncan, BC V9L 6C5 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site Yes Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement Shift Start Time/End Time 2300-0700 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Regular PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $32.84 - $44.96 Paid FTE 0.84 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 60 Planned Start Date Sep. 1 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent No 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. Reporting to the Manager or the Designate, working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team, the Licensed Practice Nurse provides personal care, performs nursing procedures, conducts home visits and completes assessments to ensure quality client care. Contributes to the development of client centered care and self care management standards, policies and procedures. Supports and directs Community Health Workers. Collaborates, consults and acts as a liaison with the interdisciplinary team of health care professionals to facilitate quality care. 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 Home and Community Care Program operating policies, standards and protocols. Travel may be a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
Completion of additional education as outlined by BCCNM for practice where Mental Health and/or Substance Use are primary diagnoses.
Basic Life Support (Level C) certificate.
Two years recent related experience.
Valid BC Drivers license.
Demonstrated competencies of full scope of practice required by BCCNM.
Effective verbal and written communication.
Good observation and patient/client assessment skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize work for self and others.
Ability to provide culturally sensitive care.
Ability to work independently and cooperatively as part of interdisciplinary teams.
Ability to operate related equipment including computer and windows-based software.
Commitment to continued professional development.
Ability to use personal vehicle for travel between multiple sites
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.