Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Port McNeill; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope, where your commitment to patient and staff safety is paramount. In this role, you will perform assessments, plan and deliver personal care, and execute nursing procedures while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Your expertise will ensure that care is delivered in accordance with established standards and guidelines, making a real difference in the lives of patients. This opportunity is ideal for those who thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment and are passionate about providing high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Registration as a practicing LPN with BC College of Nurses and Midwives is essential.
• Completion of specific education programs may be required for certain positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and provide personal care as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Operate within the full scope of practice as outlined by regulatory standards.

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 Certification

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (204647)

Work Area: FBA Only

Multi-Site: No

Travel Requirement: Not Applicable

Shift Start Time/End Time: 0700-1915 / 1900-0715

Days Off: Rotating

Vacancy Type: Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $32.84 - $44.96

Paid FTE: N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: N/A

Planned Start Date: Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? Required for Professional Registration

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.
• MHSU positions also require completion of additional education as outlined by BCCNM for practice where Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders are the primary diagnosis.

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.