Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope

Island Health; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join their dedicated team. This role emphasizes patient and staff safety, requiring effective communication and the ability to organize care plans. As a full-scope practitioner, you will perform assessments and deliver personal care, ensuring high standards of nursing practice. Ideal candidates will have registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and demonstrate physical capability to fulfill the role's demands. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registered LPN with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Completion of perinatal education or 1 year acute perinatal experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments, plan and provide personal care.
• Administer medications and operate related equipment.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to organize work

Knowledge of full scope of practice

Operate related equipment

Physical ability to perform duties

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Completion of perinatal education program

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

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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 shared responsibility. The requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the direction of the Manager or designate and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, the Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope performs assessments, plans and provides personal care, and performs nursing procedures. The role operates within the competency guidelines and full scope of practice as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, and according to agency policies and protocols.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Perinatal positions require completion of a perinatal education program plus breastfeeding course, or 1 year of recent acute perinatal experience within the last 2 years. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within the past 2 years is also required.
• MHSU positions require additional education as outlined by BCCNM for practice involving Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with residents, families, co-workers, and the public.
• Ability to organize work and implement a care plan.
• Knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice, including administering medications.
• Operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Link to Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD477.pdf

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care