Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (214202)

Island Health; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join their dedicated team. This role focuses on providing high-quality personal care and nursing procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will be instrumental in implementing care plans and collaborating closely with other healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. This opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN required.
• Completion of perinatal education program or recent acute perinatal experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments, provide personal care, and execute nursing procedures.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team under the direction of the Manager.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Medication Administration

Equipment Operation

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Perinatal Education Program

Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification

Mental Health and Substance Use Education

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 all aspects of 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, provides personal care, and executes nursing procedures. The LPN operates within the competency guidelines and full scope of practice outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, adhering to agency policies, standards, and unit-specific protocols.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN.
• 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. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within the past 2 years is also required.
• MHSU positions require additional education as outlined by BCCNM for practice related to Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders.
• Hip and Knee Clinic positions require two years of recent, related surgical and preadmission clinic experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

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.
• Organize work and implement a care plan.
• Demonstrate knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice, including medication administration.
• Operate related equipment.
• Physically perform the duties required by the position.

For more details, refer to the full job description: https://jd.viha.ca/JD477.pdf