Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (214124)

Island Health; Duncan; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join their team. This role involves providing essential personal care and executing nursing procedures within the full scope of practice. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring patient safety and quality care. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and organizational skills, along with the ability to operate necessary medical equipment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while working in a supportive environment focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Registered LPN with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Completion of perinatal education or recent acute perinatal experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and provide personal care as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and adhere to agency protocols.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Equipment operation

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Perinatal education program

Neonatal Resuscitation Program 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 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, provides personal care, and executes nursing procedures. The LPN operates within the competency guidelines and full scope of practice outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, adhering to 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) one year of recent (within the last 2 years) acute perinatal experience. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification must be obtained within the past 2 years.
• MHSU positions require additional education as outlined 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 work effectively with others.
• Organizational skills to implement and manage a plan of 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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