Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope

Island Health; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring safety in accordance with the standards set by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives. As a vital member of a multidisciplinary team, you will perform assessments, provide personal care, and implement care plans while utilizing your skills in effective communication and organization. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and are looking for a fulfilling opportunity in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Completion of a perinatal education program or 1 year of recent acute perinatal experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments, plan and provide personal care, and perform nursing procedures.
• Collaborate as a member of a multidisciplinary team under the direction of the Manager.

Skills

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Medication Administration

Equipment Operation

Physical Capability

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Perinatal Education Program

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification

Job description

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 Manager or designate and in collaboration as a member of a multidisciplinary team, the Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope performs assessments, plans and provides personal care, and performs nursing procedures. The Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope 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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.

• Perinatal positions also require (a) completion of a perinatal education program plus breastfeeding course; or (b) 1 year of recent (within the last 2 years) acute perinatal experience. Perinatal positions also require Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within the past 2 years.

Skills And Abilities

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with residents, families, co-workers, members of the multidisciplinary team and the public.
• Deal with others effectively.
• Organize work and implement a plan of care.
• Demonstrate knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice as currently required by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, including administering medications.
• Operate related equipment.
• Physically carry out the duties of the position.