Licensed Practical Nurse - (217501)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority in Victoria is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a position emphasizing mental health care. The role involves assessments, nursing procedures, and developing care plans within an interdisciplinary team. Candidates must be registered with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and have experience with clients with mental illness. Travel may be required. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Completion of additional education as outlined by BCCNM for practice where Mental Health and/or Substance Use are the primary diagnosis.
• Recent related experience of one year working with clients with mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and nursing procedures as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Support developing, implementing, and evaluating client care plans.
• Operate within competency guidelines and full scope of practice.

Skills

Effective communication

Physical ability to perform duties

Teamwork

Equipment operation

Organization

Rapport building

Change observation

Conflict management

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Completion of additional education for Mental Health/Substance Use

Class V BC Driver's License

Certificates in CPR, Standard First Aid, Food Safe

One year experience with clients with mental illness

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 responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the direction of the program manager or designate and as a member of an interdisciplinary team, performs assessments and nursing procedures, provides support with developing, implementing and evaluating plans to meet the needs of the client. The LPN operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and according to agency operating policies and standards and unit specific protocols.

Travel may be a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Completion of additional education as outlined by BCCNM for practice where Mental Health and/or Substance Use are the primary diagnosis.
• Class V BC Driver's License.
• Certificates in CPR, Standard First Aid and Food Safe.
• Recent, related experience of one year working with clients with mental illness.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
• Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.
• Ability to manage conflict.

https://jd.viha.ca/JD109.pdf