Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (207958)

Island Health; Port Hardy; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join their multidisciplinary team. In this vital role, you will assess, plan, and provide personal care while adhering to the highest standards of nursing practice. Your contributions will play a crucial role in enhancing patient safety and quality of care. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your skills and knowledge will be valued. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and thrive in a collaborative setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be a practicing LPN registrant with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Perinatal positions require specific education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and provide personal care as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team under the direction of a manager.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of nursing procedures

Ability to operate medical equipment

Physical stamina

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Completion of perinatal education program

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

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.