Position Summary
Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Licensed Practical Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at the New Nechako Centre.
Under the general supervision of a Registered Nurse (Clinical Team Lead), assists with a range of nursing procedures including distribution of (oral) medications, and provides personal care assistance to methadone maintenance, and addiction residential clients.
New Wage : As of April 1, 2024 the new wage is : $32.84 - $41.35 / hour
Prince George has a population of 89,490 (2021) local residents and is a service centre for approximately 320,000. Prince George has all the amenities of a larger city mixed with the charm and friendliness of a smaller town.
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What Northern Health has to offer you!
Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health / dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees.
Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
- Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
- Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
- Employee referral program
- Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
- Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
- Loan Forgiveness Programs are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.
Qualfications
- Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
- Holds a valid BC Drivers License.
Skills and Abilities :
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally, and written.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Able to work independently.
- Some knowledge of addictions, harm reduction treatment model beneficially but not required.
Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities.
We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.
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