Island Health·Victoria, British Columbia
Provide care to complex but stable residents/clients in long-term care under direction of the Manager or designate.
Perform assessments, plan and provide personal care, and perform nursing procedures.
Operate within competency guidelines and full scope of practice per BC College of Nurses and Midwives standards.
Administer medications according to standards of practice, agency policies, and unit protocols.
Continuously improve quality and safety as a shared responsibility
Close Date Jul. 24 2026 Location Gorge Road Hospital (GRH) - Victoria, BC V9A 1L2 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 2300-0700 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 Jul. 24 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. 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.
For MHSU positions: completion of additional education per BCCNM for practice where Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders are primary diagnosis.
Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, co-workers, multidisciplinary team members, and the public.
Ability to organize work and implement a plan of care.
Demonstrated knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice including administering medications.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Physically able to carry out the duties of the position.
CRC required? (not specified as required in posting text beyond the question label)
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.