Posted 9 months ago
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), MENTAL HEALTH & ADDICTIONS
@ Northern Health Authority
Terrace, British Columbia
Overview
Northern Health is hiring a part-time Licensed Practical Nurse for its mental health and addictions residential and recovery services at Seven Sisters and Birchwood Place in Terrace. The LPN contributes to assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating client-centred care for adults with mental illness and co-occurring disorders, working rotating days, evenings and nights. The posting requires BCCNM registration, a Class 5 licence with use of own vehicle, and three years of recent mental health experience.
Responsibilities:
- Assess clients and contribute to care plans
- Deliver and evaluate client-centred care
- Engage individuals and families as collaborators
- Practise under BCCNM standards and organizational policies
Requirements summary:
- BCCNM registration as a practising LPN
- Pharmacology, head-to-toe assessment, doctor's orders and IV therapy courses
- Three years recent mental health experience
- Class 5 BC driver's licence and own vehicle
- CPR and First Aid certificates
- Knowledge of psychiatric medication and psychosocial rehabilitation
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-02-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-13
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Nursing & personal care |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Schedule | day, evening, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Care home, Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | BCCNM LPN registration, CPR, First Aid |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Paid training |
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Northern Health Authority
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Full company description
At Northern Health, we build for the future. Acquiring and retaining high-quality talent is a high priority for our organization’s success. Northern Health (NH) covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres, offering health services to 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. Our services include: - Hospital care - Mental health and addictions - Public health - Home and community care NH boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. Ditch the long commutes and have more time to spend doing what you love. Experience the diverse beauty of the Canadian landscape while taking advantage of year-round outdoor activities. From the Pacific Ocean to the Rocky Mountains to the prairies, there are a variety of urban, rural, and remote opportunities waiting for you! Northern Health acknowledges with gratitude that our work takes place on the territories of the Tlingit, Tahltan, Nisga’a, Gitxsan, Tsimshian, Haisla, Haida, Wet’suwet’en, Carrier (Dakelh), Tse'khene, Dane-zaa, Nihew (Cree), Saulteau, and Dene Peoples.
- LinkedIn followers
- 17,003
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,607
- Reported office locations
- 1, Prince George, BC V2L5B8, CA
- Other recorded names
- Northern Health - BC
- Specialties
- Healthcare services
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At Northern Health, we build for the future. Acquiring and retaining high-quality talent is a high priority for our organization’s success. Northern Health (NH) covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres, offering health services to 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. Our services include: - Hospital care - Mental health and addictions - Public…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Prince George, BC |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Specialties | Healthcare services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 591 |
| View page |
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 Seven Sisters.
In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Residential & Recovery Team Leader (nurse) or designate, the LPN uses a PSR approach in contributing to the assessment, development, and implementation of care plans and evaluation of client centered care for Adults with Mental Illness and other co-occurring disorders within Seven Sisters and Birchwood Place. The LPN is knowledgeable and practices in accordance with the standards of practice as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) and established organizational policies and procedures. The LPN is expected to engage the individual and family as people with full competence and as full collaborators in service planning, delivery, and evaluation.
Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Evenings, 07:00 to 15:00, 15:00 to 23:00, 23:00 to 07:00 (rotating)
Qualfications
• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• The following courses are a must: completion of a Pharmacology course, Head to toe Assessment, Taking and Transcribing Doctor’s Orders, IV Therapy.
• All other courses deemed necessary to keep LPN licensure current in accordance to the BCCNM.
• Knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation practice.
• Knowledge of psychiatric medication and side-effects.
• Class V BC Drivers License. Use of own vehicle is required for travel.
• Certificates in CPR and First Aid.
• Three years recent experience working in the mental health field or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to work with individuals with mental health issues.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Computer Skills.
Where you will be working:
Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Terrace
More about Northern Health
Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.
What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.
Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).
International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants
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