Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (214149)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join their dedicated team. In this vital role, you will assess, plan, and deliver personal care while ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and quality. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, you will operate within your full scope of practice, contributing to the well-being of patients. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community while developing your nursing skills in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Registered LPN with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Completion of perinatal education or recent acute perinatal experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and provide personal care.
• Execute nursing procedures within full scope of practice.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Medication administration

Ability to operate equipment

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Perinatal education program

Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification

Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. The continuous improvement of quality and safety is inherent in this position.

Under the direction of the Manager or designate and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, the Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope, performs assessments, plans and provides personal care, and executes nursing procedures. This role operates within the competency guidelines and full scope of practice outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, as well as agency policies, standards, and unit protocols.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Perinatal positions require either (a) completion of a perinatal education program plus breastfeeding course, or (b) one year of recent (within the last 2 years) acute perinatal experience. Additionally, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification must be current within the past 2 years.
• MHSU positions require additional education as specified by BCCNM for practices involving Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication with residents, families, co-workers, multidisciplinary team members, and the public.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Organizational skills to plan and implement care.
• Knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice, including medication administration.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical capability to perform duties.

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