Interior Health Authority

More long-term care beds are coming to support seniors in the South Okanagan! Kaigo Senior Living, in partnership with the Province, is breaking ground on a new long-term care home in #Penticton, named Skaha Seniors Community. The new long-term care home is expected to open in 2028 and will include: 🛏️ 200 new beds with private rooms and home-like spaces for daily living and activities 🏘️ 12 households with shared quiet spaces, a chapel, a library, therapy and wellness rooms, activity and craft rooms, and a family dining area ✏️ Staff housing and classroom space to support college training and student practicums Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g-thbnmt City of Penticton

If you’ve been staring at job postings wondering where to even start... well, you’re not alone. That’s exactly why we created the IH Job Seeker Handbook: a practical, no-fluff guide to help you feel confident from the first click to the final interview. Inside, you’ll find resume and cover letter tips, interview prep advice and tools to help you explore different health-care careers and find the right fit. So take a breath, grab the guide and let's start wherever you are. + Download it here: https://ow.ly/mQRE50Xqi9c #InteriorHealth #HealthCareCareers #JobSeekerHandbook #CareerGrowth #Jobs

Want to know what's going on in your community - from the Thompson Cariboo Shuswap to the East Kootenay, and everywhere in between? We've launched a new event calendar on our website that will display health-related events happening throughout the Interior region! Here are five reasons you'll want to bookmark our new calendar: 💉 Connect to important services offered near you like immunization clinics 🤝 Explore opportunities to start your career with Interior Health, consistently recognized as a top employer 👶 Find a Baby Talk parenting session near you to become a well-rounded parent 📝 Get educated on health & wellness topics by Interior Health or a trusted community provider 🩸 Discover opportunities to make a difference through events like blood drives or volunteer sessions Check out the calendar: https://lnkd.in/g8TUivcH

When Ilka Chobanova immigrated to Canada in 2003, she didn’t know how to speak English. Three and a half years later, she started working as a registered nurse with Interior Health. Nearly 20 years since her IH career began, Ilka has made a tremendous impact. She was a 2025 regional winner for western Canada in the CVAA/BD Excellence in Vascular Access Management & Infusion Therapy Awards. The award recognizes the quality care Ilka provides to patients across the Thompson-Cariboo region and Royal Inland Hospital. “It is a privilege to help others in their most vulnerable time. The gratitude in my patients’ eyes and my contribution to vessel preservation gives me a sense of purpose in my work.” ▶️ Get to know Ilka: https://lnkd.in/ga24uEsN ▶️ Explore nursing careers at IH: https://lnkd.in/gmWiXPYV

When Marianne left the Philippines to continue her physiotherapy career, she was drawn to Canada’s strong focus on rehabilitation and community care - and to the natural beauty of B.C.’s southern Interior. Today, she’s an important part of the IH team in Merritt - helping patients move and heal while continuing her own journey of growth, discovering new purpose, passions and adventures along the way! Marianne’s story is a wonderful reminder of what dedication (and a welcoming community!) can make possible. Read her full story here: https://ow.ly/oMLH50Xoat0 #CareerJourney #Physiotherapy #IH #Merritt

It’s a special week for nursing! This week, we’re celebrating *both* Nurse Practitioners and Perioperative Nurses - two incredible groups who bring advanced skill, compassion and calm to patients across IH every single day. Not sure what each of these pros do? Here’s a quick rundown: + Nurse Practitioners (NPs) provide comprehensive, community-based care - diagnosing, prescribing and guiding patients through every stage of life. + Perioperative Nurses are the steady hands and reassuring voices in surgical settings, making sure every detail is handled with precision and empathy. Different specialties, shared purpose. These professionals help people feel safe, supported and cared for when it matters most, and we want to give a heartfelt thank you to all the NPs and Perioperative Nurses across IH - you're amazing and we're so grateful for all that you do! Explore nursing roles with IH: https://ow.ly/j8qs50Xjnu4 #NursePractitionerWeek #PerioperativeNursesWeek #InteriorHealth #NursingCareers

🏥 Exciting news from Royal Inland Hospital! The new and improved Medical Imaging (MI) department in #Kamloops is now open. The bright, refreshed space brings all MI services together near reception for better flow and convenience to patients. Highlights include: ▶️ A comfortable new recovery area for post-procedure monitoring ▶️ Dedicated echocardiogram procedure rooms ▶️ Co-located nursing teams for improved support and safety ▶️Space for a seventh ultrasound machine, thanks to Royal Inland Hospital Foundation A huge thank-you to our teams and community for making these upgrades possible! 💙 Thompson-Nicola Regional District City of Kamloops

It is with great pride and admiration that we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Edith Blondel-Hill on being awarded the Dr. David M. Bachop Gold Medal for Distinguished Medical Service, presented by Doctors of BC. This prestigious honour recognizes physicians who have made exceptional contributions to the profession and to the health and well-being of British Columbians. Dr. Blondel-Hill’s nomination by the BC Centre for Disease Control speaks volumes about her enduring impact, leadership and dedication to public health and infectious disease management. Only one award is presented a year. Her commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care has left an indelible mark on our organization and the broader medical field. We celebrate this well-deserved recognition and thank Dr. Blondel-Hill for her inspiring service! Please join us in congratulating Dr. Blondel-Hill on this remarkable achievement!

What a day! We were thrilled to host over 110 students across 10+ sites for Take Our Kids to Work Day 2025. Students had the chance to step into the world of health care, learning new skills, exploring career paths, and spending time with the incredible family, friends, and mentors who inspire them every day. A big thank you to all IH teams who made this experience possible! 💙 Check out the full Stories@IH - https://ow.ly/lE3J50XoLz6

April Wright, a unit clerk at West Chilcotin Health Centre, loves being part of her small remote community. Growing up as a child of an RCMP officer, April was exposed to the reality and honesty of the world from a young age. At 15, she was already doing first responder work with the registered nurses in her community. After obtaining various first aid certifications, April took a job with RCMP Victim Services. She went on to work for a provincial non-profit organization that helped bridge the digital divide in remote First Nations communities. Almost 12 years ago, she returned to Tatla Lake and joined the West Chilcotin Health Centre as a unit clerk. Here, she’s been able to use the skills—including singing—she has acquired over the years to help serve her community. There are no typical days at West Chilcotin Health Centre. The clinic offers services ranging from public health to emergency care. “What makes me most proud about our team is how we work together. We face major traumas sometimes in the middle of winter when it’s -30 outside and yet we function smoothly. We all know what we need to do without speaking to each other there is just something almost magical in finding people you can work with like that.” ▶️ Learn more about April: https://lnkd.in/gEaP9P_D ▶️ Explore clerk Careers@IH: https://lnkd.in/g4nQ9idd