Support Indigenous clients as a Licensed Practical Nurse at West Coast General Hospital in Port Alberni, using culturally safe care and liaison skills.

Reporting to the Manager or designate, this temporary full time LPN supports Indigenous health needs and wellness services. You will connect clients with Island Health providers while following BCCNM standards, Island Health policies, and professional practice requirements. Travel between sites and remote communities may be required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Indigenous clients’ health care needs and wellness services
• Facilitate connections with Island Health service providers
• Provide culturally safe, trauma-informed, harm reduction care
• Prioritize workloads and maintain accurate records
• Communicate with staff,
  
  
  
  public, and community groups

Requirements:

• Current BCCNM practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• Two years’ recent relevant nursing experience or equivalent
• Knowledge of Indigenous health approaches, protocols, and cultural issues
• Valid British Columbia Driver’s License
• Understanding of colonization and Indigenous-specific racism

Bring practical nursing expertise, cultural knowledge, and sound judgment to Indigenous client connections across Island Health services.