Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (202381)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Victoria is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves providing personal care, performing assessments, and executing nursing procedures within the full scope of practice. Candidates must have the necessary registration and qualifications, including effective communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Performs assessments, plans and provides personal care, and executes nursing procedures.
• Operates within the full scope of practice as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Ability to deal effectively with others

Organizational skills

Knowledge and competence to work at full scope of practice

Ability to operate related equipment

Physical capability to perform the duties

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Completion of 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 shared responsibility. The commitment to continuous quality and safety improvement 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 executes nursing procedures. The nurse operates within the full scope of practice as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, adhering to competency guidelines, standards of practice, agency policies, and unit-specific protocols.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

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

Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication with residents, families, co-workers, multidisciplinary team members, and the public.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Organizational skills and ability to implement a care plan.
• Demonstrated knowledge and competence to work at full scope of practice, including medication administration.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical capability to perform the duties of the position.

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