Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (214132)

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

Job summary

An established health authority is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join their team. This role emphasizes patient and staff safety while delivering high-quality care. As an LPN, you'll perform assessments, develop care plans, and provide personal care, adhering to established protocols. You'll work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the highest standards of nursing practice. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on patient health and well-being within a supportive and dynamic environment.

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 to patients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement care plans.

Skills

Effective verbal communication

Effective written communication

Organizational skills

Medication administration

Equipment operation

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. Continuous improvement in 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. This role 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 breastfeeding course; or (b) one year of recent (within the last 2 years) acute perinatal experience. Additionally, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within the past 2 years is required.
• 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 deal effectively with others.
• Organize work and implement a care plan.
• Demonstrate knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice, including medication administration.
• Operate related equipment.
• Physically perform the duties of the position.

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