Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (210621)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join their multidisciplinary team. This role emphasizes patient and staff safety, providing personal care, and performing nursing procedures under the guidance of a manager. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, the ability to organize care plans, and demonstrate competencies in medication administration. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to continuous improvement in quality and safety, making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN.
• Completion of a perinatal education program or recent perinatal experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and provide personal care as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Work within the full scope of practice and follow agency protocols.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Medication Administration

Equipment Operation

Education

LPN Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Perinatal Education Program

Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification

Job description

Job Description: Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope

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 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 nurse operates within the full scope of practice as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, following agency policies, 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 require either (a) completion of a perinatal education program plus breastfeeding course, or (b) one 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 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.
• Organize work and implement a care plan.
• Demonstrate competencies to work at full scope of practice, including administering medications.
• Operate related equipment.
• Physically perform duties required by the position.

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