Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Renal Hemodialysis

minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs)

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and strengthening quality of care across the health system. mNPRs set the minimum number of nurses providing care to patients on a given unit. In British Columbia, mNPRs are developed in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the BC Nurses’ Union (BCNU) and health organizations. Guided by our values: We Care for Everyone, We Are Always Learning and We Strive for Better Results, we remain committed to fostering quality practice and learning environments where nurses can grow and thrive.

Salary Details

The salary range for this position is CAD $32.84/Hr. - CAD $41.35/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Renal Haemodialysis at Vancouver General Hospital! Apply now to join the team!

Working within an interdisciplinary clinical framework in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) Standards of Practice for a Licensed Practical Nurse and consistent with the mission, vision and values and established protocols of Vancouver Coastal Health, works closely with the Registered Nurse in direct care activities for the designated renal hemodialysis patient/client group. Provides care to clients and families based on stable and predictable states of health, performs activities such as assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating interventions, and coordinating health services based on established care plans. Participates in care planning, functions as a client advocate, and teaches clients and their families about illness/injury and overall health promotion and wellness. Enhances quality of life from the perspective of the client/family. Establishes, maintains, and enhances therapeutic relationships based on respect. Recognizes and responds to unexpected client outcomes by communicating and collaborating with other members of the team. Documents care provided and responds to incidents in accordance with established policies and procedures. Consults, confers, and collaborates with other health care providers as needed.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses, successful completion of an advanced nephrology nursing program, and two (2) years of recent related experience working in an acute care environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability in nursing practice related to designated client group – Renal Hemodialysis.
• Demonstrated knowledge of pathophysiology related to common diagnosis related to designated client group (e.g. Renal failure).
• Demonstrated ability to perform nursing assessments and interventions related to common diagnosis and specific clinical situations relevant to the designated client group (e.g. end-stage renal failure; simple wound care) including safe medication practices (e.g. Best Possible Medication History, transcription and administration).
• Demonstrated ability to make sound clinical judgements to provide safe ethical client care to manage a select population of clients. Has knowledge of and accesses appropriate resources embedded within the service delivery model to support nursing practice. Knows when and how to seek out clinical support and guidance as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize potential complications and care issues relevant to the designated client group by alerting the RN and/or most responsible provider.
• Demonstrated ability and maintains competency in the correct usage of dialysis equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrated ability to document client care on appropriate systems/forms in accordance with organizational and unit standards in a timely and accurate manner.
• Demonstrated skill in in techniques pertaining to hemodialysis.
• Demonstrated skill in performing LPN scope of practice and standards of care relevant to designated client population including infection control, etc.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. * Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply. *Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.