Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope-2 North Medical -Chilliwack General Hospital

Fraser Health; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a passionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join a dynamic team at a community hospital in Chilliwack, B.C. This role offers the chance to showcase your skills in a supportive environment, providing essential care to patients while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Experience the beauty of Chilliwack, known for its outdoor activities and strong community spirit. With a focus on career growth and comprehensive health benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to make a real difference in healthcare and their community.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee assistance program

Generous vacation time

Staff discounts and perks

Defined pension plan

Qualifications

• Registered LPN with current registration from BCCNM.
• Graduate of a recognized practical nursing program or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan nursing care for patients/residents.
• Document and update care information for safety.
• Assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient care planning

Medication administration

Equipment operation

Organizational skills

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse registration

Graduate of a recognized practical nursing program

Tools

Medical equipment

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $32.84 - $44.96 / hour.
Job Summary

Are you someone who has a real passion for serving others? Are you a registered Licensed Practical Nurse looking to showcase your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? If you've answered yes to these questions, then we want you to keep reading!

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Relief Part-Time Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope to join our 2 North Medical team at Chilliwack General Hospital. Apply today and join our beautiful community in Chilliwack, B.C.

Chilliwack General Hospital (CGH) is a University of British Columbia affiliated community hospital, whose role is to provide primary, core secondary, and some specialty services including 24/7 emergency and acute care, general and internal medicine, cardiac care, obstetrics, general surgery and certain surgical subspecialties, inpatient and outpatient care. CGH also provides inpatient psychiatric care for adults along with outpatient detox for adults with substance use issues.

Located in the upper Fraser Valley, Chilliwack is well known for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities, like hiking, water sports, camping, mountain-biking and fishing. With affordable real estate in well-planned neighborhoods, Chilliwack has drawn many to its natural surroundings, rural setting and thriving agricultural, commercial and industrial economy – a prosperous community with an outstanding quality of life.

Experience some of the benefits of working with us, including:

• Career advancement and growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive health benefits including extended health and dental 100% paid by us, that cover you and your whole family.
• Health and well-being resources, including an employee and family assistance program.
• Generous vacation time: eligible employees can earn up to four (4) weeks of vacation per year, with the possibility of accruing extra time based on their tenure with us.
• Access to exclusive staff discounts and perks with various partners including a Transit Incentive Program.
• A defined pension plan.

Join our team at Fraser Health - where cared for people, care for people.

Detailed Overview

Under the direction of the Manager, Clinical Operations or designate and in collaboration as a member of a multidisciplinary team; performs assessments, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care. The LPN operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), and according to agency operating policies and standards and unit specific protocols.

Responsibilities

1. Assesses patient/resident/family's actual and potential strengths and limitations including physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual needs.
2. Provides a supportive environment for patient/resident/family. Promotes patient/resident/family involvement in health care decisions; provides information and opportunity to discuss concerns; respects personal choices.
3. Contributes to the development and ongoing changes to the individualized plan of care, including attending and providing input into multidisciplinary care planning meetings and family conferences.
4. Provides nursing care according to identified policies and procedures, technology and FHA standards and evaluates outcomes. Records observations and reports problems and/or changes to designated staff.
5. Performs admissions, discharges, and transfers of patients/residents according to agency operating policies and procedures.
6. Documents and updates all relevant care and procedure information to ensure patient/resident safety and comfort.
7. Operates and maintains effective functioning equipment related to patient/resident care such as bathtubs, scales and mechanical lifts.
8. Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients/residents and staff.
9. Assists in the orientation of new staff, students and other members of the Health Care Team.
10. Participates in continuous quality improvement and program evaluation activities, education sessions, team conferences, meetings and committees.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Graduate of a recognized practical nursing program or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to organize work and implement a plan of care.
• Knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice as currently required by the BCCNM, including administering medications.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.

People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.

We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the workforce. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.

Together, we are the heart of health care.