Licensed Practical Nurse (Temporary Part-Time 40%) - Palliative Care - 173293

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Licensed Practical Nurse

(Provincial Palliative Care Centre)

Health PEI

Location – Provincial Palliative Care Centre, Charlottetown

Part-Time (40%) Temporary (UPSE) Position

(Commencing Immediately – February 1, 2027)

Health PEI values the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not only does this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our patients when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI a better more inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, language or other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision of an inclusive workplace and healthcare system.

As a member of the Collaborative Care Team the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides quality palliative care nursing care based on the holistic palliative care approach. The primary purpose of this position is to provide current best practice, highest quality, holistic, person-centered and family-focused nursing care at full scope. The LPN practices as a collaborative team member of an interdisciplinary team providing high quality palliative nursing care based on the nursing process of assessment, planning communication, implementation and evaluation. The LPN is responsible for developing and maintaining his/her own professional competency.

Duties will include:

• Carrying out nursing activities of the unit on an assigned shift in a fast-changing environment.
• Providing holistic patient and family assessment and monitoring the ongoing physical, psychosocial, emotional and spiritual needs of patients in collaboration with the Registered Nurse and collaborative team.
• Have a good understanding and support patient and family centred care in a palliative care setting.
• Comply and carry out methods and quality of patient care to ensure adherences to clinical standards and Accreditation Canada.
• Provide direct patient care as assigned and directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Perform skilled nursing duties approved by the PEI College of Nursing & Midwifery.
• Observe, report and record patient response to nursing care and treatment to Registered Nurse.
• Working with RN’s, physicians and all members of the Collaborative Care team promoting a positive, supportive working environment.
• Assist in orientation of new LPN staff.
• Attend educational sessions and staff meetings as necessary.
• Provide information and education to patients and their families/support systems.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of an approved course of study for Licensed Practical Nurses;
• The successful applicant must possess a valid license with the Prince Edward Island College of Nursing & Midwifery.
• Demonstrate application of knowledge of clients’ physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs; including clients with chronic illnesses
• Demonstrate an alignment with Health PEI’s mission, vision, and values; including honesty and integrity in personal and professional behaviour
• Current certification in CPR/BCLS, TLR, and WHMIS All Hazards Codes with annual recertifications
• Demonstrate a professional presence and model professional behaviour
• Knowledge of chronic illnesses required
• Must have successfully completed the course in health assessment, medical administration and pharmacology.
• Ability to work well under supervision as well as independently, when required.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work as a member of a collaborative team, requesting and accepting direction, as required.
• Demonstrate effective time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and judgment skills.
• Applicants must be capable of sustained physical activity.
• An excellent previous work and attendance record.
• Preference will be given to candidates with previous Palliative Care experience.
• Able to work to full scope

Other Qualifications:

• Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.
• LEAP certification
• CADD training considered an asset

Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. The successful candidate will be the only individual receiving written notification of competition results. The "Notification of Successful Candidates" list posted on the Employment Opportunity board will serve to inform all other applicants of competition results.

Successful applicants are expected to complete the term of temporary assignment unless appointed to a permanent position.

Salary Range: $32.42 - $38.67 per hour
Bi-Weekly Hours: 30 Hours Bi-Weekly / 7am-7pm / 7pm – 7am / Every 2nd Weekend
Posting ID: 173293-0526PPTI
Closing Date: Monday November 30, 2026 at 4:00pm

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, applications may be submitted by mail to the PEI Public Service Commission at either P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8, or c/o ACCESS PEI/ACCÈS Î.-P.-É., 120 Heather Moyse Drive, Summerside, PE C1N 5L2. Applications may also be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383 or (902) 888-8083. As receipt of faxed applications cannot be guaranteed, applicants are encouraged to confirm receipt by telephone or in person prior to the closing date. Please ensure the appropriate Job Posting ID number is included on all application materials. Applications may be submitted online, and application forms may be obtained at www.jobspei.ca, any ACCESS PEI/ACCÈS Î.-P.-É. location, PEI Government office, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone at (902) 368-4080 or (902) 888-8013.