Full-Scope LPN: Compassionate, Team-Based Patient Care

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

Job summary

A regional health authority in Canada is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves performing assessments, planning, and providing personal care to patients according to the BC College of Nurses and Midwives standards. Candidates must be registered with the BC College and possess the necessary education and experience for specific positions such as perinatal or mental health. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Required to be a practicing LPN registrant with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• For perinatal roles, completion of a related education program or 1 year recent perinatal experience is needed.
• For MHSU roles, further education as required by BCCNM is needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and provide personal care as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Operate in accordance with agency policies and competency guidelines.
• Administer medications under the full scope of practice.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Medication administration

Equipment operation

Physical stamina

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Completion of perinatal education program (if applicable)

Mental Health and Substance Use education (if applicable)

Surgical and preadmission clinic experience (if applicable)

Job description

A regional health authority in Canada is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves performing assessments, planning, and providing personal care to patients according to the BC College of Nurses and Midwives standards. Candidates must be registered with the BC College and possess the necessary education and experience for specific positions such as perinatal or mental health. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.