Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (214134)

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

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join their multidisciplinary team. This role emphasizes patient and staff safety, requiring a commitment to quality care and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to implement effective care plans while working within the full scope of practice. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of patients and their families, ensuring high standards of care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Completion of perinatal education or one year of acute perinatal experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and provide personal care as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Conduct nursing procedures within the full scope of practice.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Medication administration

Equipment operation

Physical ability

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Perinatal education and breastfeeding course

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) 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 requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the direction of the Manager or designate and in collaboration as a member of a multidisciplinary team, the Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope, performs assessments, plans and provides personal care, and conducts nursing procedures. This role operates within the full scope of practice as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, following agency policies, standards, and unit-specific 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 and 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 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 implement a care plan.
• Competency to work at full scope of practice, including medication administration.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

For more details, see the full job posting: https://jd.viha.ca/JD477.pdf