Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (205576)

Island Health; Duncan; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in British Columbia is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves providing personal care, executing nursing procedures, and ensuring patient safety. Candidates must be registered with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and demonstrate effective communication skills. This position offers a chance to work in a supportive environment focused on continuous improvement in quality and safety.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments, plan and provide personal care.
• Execute nursing procedures under supervision.
• Adhere to agency policies and standards.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Ability to work effectively with others

Organize work and implement care plans

Demonstrate competencies for full scope of practice

Operate relevant equipment

Physically capable of performing duties

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Completion of 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. Continuous improvement in quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the supervision of the Manager or designate and as part of 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, 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 for perinatal roles.
• MHSU positions require additional education as specified by BCCNM for practice involving primary diagnosis of 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 work effectively with others.
• Organize work and implement care plans efficiently.
• Demonstrate competencies to work at full scope of practice, including medication administration.
• Operate relevant equipment.
• Physically capable of performing all duties required by the position.

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