Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (211772)

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health authority is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join their team. This role involves providing comprehensive personal care and executing nursing procedures within the full scope of practice. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring patient and staff safety while adhering to the highest standards of care. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and the physical capacity to perform nursing duties. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registered LPN with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Perinatal education or acute experience required for specific roles.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and provide personal care as an LPN.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Medication Administration

Equipment Operation

Physical Ability

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

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, 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.
• 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, particularly related to 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 competencies 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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