Licensed Practical Nurse

Powell River Educational Services Society; Powell River; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Powell River is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for full-time work. The role includes providing comprehensive and culturally competent care, collaborating with an interprofessional team, and performing various clinical techniques. Ideal candidates will have graduated from a recognized LPN program, possess current registration, and have at least three years of relevant experience. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and organizational skills are essential. The position offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $34.84 to $36.25.

Qualifications

• Three years of recent related experience in a medical/surgical/palliative care setting.
• Knowledge and experience in providing culturally safe care, specifically for Indigenous people.
• Demonstrated ability in decision-making and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care for clients across the life span.
• Collaborate with an interprofessional team.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Plan, organize, and prioritize work.

Skills

Excellent organization and time management skills

Ability to work independently or as a team member

Knowledge of office equipment

Experience with Microsoft Office package

First aid and CPR or willingness to obtain

Class 5 Driver's license

Acceptable recent criminal record check

Education

Graduate from a recognized program for Licensed Practical Nurses

Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Location: Powell River/qathet Regional District

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Salary Or Wage: $34.84 to $36.25 per hour

Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Type: Full Time

List of Requirements

• Graduate from a recognized program for Licensed Practical Nurses.
• Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Three years’ recent related experience working as a Licensed Practical Nurse providing care in the community of acute (medical/surgery/palliative, simple wound care) care setting or equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Ability to work independently or as a team member
• Knowledge of office equipment
• Experience with Microsoft office package (work, excel, outlook, power point)
• First aid and CPR or willingness to obtain
• Class 5 Driver’s license and acceptable abstract
• Acceptable recent criminal record check with vulnerable sector check

List of Duties

• Comprehensive knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client and family care
• Demonstrated ability in dealing with a variety of situations and responsibilities requiring initiative, creativity and professional judgment.
• Knowledge and experience in providing culturally safe and competent care, specifically pertaining to Indigenous people and more specifically Tla’amin Nation.
• Knowledge and practice within the standards dictated by the BCCNM for LPNs.
• Broad knowledge of working with clients and families across the life span.
• Broad knowledge of working with Medical, Surgical and Palliative clients.
• Broad knowledge of Community resources and policies
• Demonstrated ability to apply decision-making and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interprofessional team.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively deal with conflict situations
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
• Knowledge and experience and basic computer programs (work, Microsoft outlook).
• Demonstrated skill in clinical techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies
• Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques
• Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system

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