Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (208700)

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

Job summary

A leading health authority in British Columbia seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide comprehensive patient care and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes safety and quality in nursing practices, requiring specific qualifications and skills.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN.
• Perinatal positions require recent acute perinatal experience or education.
• MHSU positions require additional education for Mental Health/Substance Use.

Responsibilities

• Performs assessments and provides personal care.
• Operates within the full scope of practice as outlined by the BC College.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Ability to operate related equipment

Knowledge of medication administration

Ability to deal effectively with others

Physical ability to perform duties

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Completion of a perinatal education program

Neonatal Resuscitation Program 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 continuous improvement of quality and safety 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 LPN operates within the full scope of practice as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, adhering to competency guidelines, agency policies, standards, and unit-specific protocols.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN.
• 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.
• MHSU positions require additional education as specified by BCCNM 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 to plan and implement care.
• Knowledge and competence to work at full scope of practice, including medication administration.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform duties of the position.

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