Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (214162)

Island Health; Victoria; 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. In this role, you will provide essential patient care and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest standards of safety and quality. You will operate within the full scope of practice, adhering to agency policies and protocols. This position is ideal for those who are passionate about patient care and have the qualifications to thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment. Join a team that prioritizes patient and staff safety while making a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Registration as a practicing LPN with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Completion of perinatal education or one year of acute perinatal experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and provide personal care as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team under the direction of the Manager.

Skills

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Medication Administration

Equipment Operation

Physical Capability

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 requirement to continuously improve 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 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 within the past 2 years is also required.
• MHSU positions require additional education as outlined by BCCNM for practice involving Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders.

Skills And Abilities

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with residents, families, co-workers, multidisciplinary team members, and the public.
• Work effectively with others.
• Organize work and implement care plans.
• Demonstrate competencies to work at full scope, including medication administration.
• Operate related equipment.
• Physically perform the duties of the position.

https://jd.viha.ca/JD477.pdf