Full-Scope Licensed Practical Nurse: Perinatal & Clinic Care

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare authority in Canada seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to perform assessments and provide personal care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The position requires registration with the BC College of Nurses and specific qualifications for perinatal and MHSU roles. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and organizational skills, along with the knowledge to operate medical equipment and work effectively within scope of practice.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Perinatal positions require completion of a perinatal education program or 1 year of acute perinatal experience.
• MHSU positions require additional education for Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and provide personal care to patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members.
• Administer medications as per BC College of Nurses and Midwives guidelines.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of full scope of practice

Equipment operation

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Completion of perinatal education program

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

Job description

A healthcare authority in Canada seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to perform assessments and provide personal care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The position requires registration with the BC College of Nurses and specific qualifications for perinatal and MHSU roles. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and organizational skills, along with the knowledge to operate medical equipment and work effectively within scope of practice.