LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Northern Health; Kitimat; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Indigenous leave

Extended health

Dental

Municipal pension plan

Four weeks vacation

Moving expenses

Employee referral program

Training & leadership

Outdoor activities

Loan forgiveness

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join Mountainview Lodge. Under supervision, you will perform nursing assessments, plan care, deliver compassionate nursing, and support a patient- and family-centered approach.

BC LPN registration and at least 1 year of related experience are required; you will work within a team and adhere to standards of practice and unit protocols in a community hospital setting.

Qualifications

• BC LPN registration required.
• Minimum 1 year acute care or residential experience.
• Strong communication with patients, families and team.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and work with others.

Responsibilities

• Apply Nursing Process: assess, plan, provide nursing care.
• Deliver compassionate patient care under supervision.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team and may direct other staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organization

Independence

Clinical assessment

Observation

Planning

Computer skills

Education

LPN registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Job description

Position Summary

Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Licensed Practical Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at Mountainview Lodge.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Clinical Supervisor or designate, the Licensed Practical Nurse applies Nursing Process, performs assessments, plans, provides nursing care, and may provide direction to other staff. The LPN operates in accordance with the expected competencies within the Entry to Practice Competencies, Scope of Practice and Standards of Practice as outlined by BCCNM, as well as within a client and family centered care model and according to organizational policies, procedures, standards and unit specific protocols. The LPN will support clients and families to achieve and maintain optimal health by performing the following duties and responsibilities.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

Days, Evenings, 07:00 to 13:30, 15:00 to 21:00, Rotating

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• One (1) year of recent, related acute care or residential experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills within a specific clinical specialty or patient population dependent on the nature of the caseload (e.g. acute care, gerontology, palliative, etc.).
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to assign care and share knowledge with the multidisciplinary team, clients and families
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize; and ability to initiate and implement a plan of care.
• Ability to operate related equipment including proficiency in relevant computer applications.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Where you will be working:

Facility:

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Mountainview Lodge

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Kitimat

Kitimat is excited to introduce a new Healthcare Recruitment and Retention Incentive offered through the District of Kitimat’s municipal office. This initiative is designed to support and attract healthcare professionals who want to build their careers in a vibrant, welcoming community. Discover everything this incentive has to offer by visiting their information page: Healthcare Recruitment and Retention Incentives

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.