Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (214207)

Island Health; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in British Columbia is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join their dedicated team. This role involves performing assessments, planning personal care, and executing nursing procedures within the full scope of practice. Candidates must be registered with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and possess effective communication and organizational skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient safety and quality care in a supportive environment, making a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and their families.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments, plan and provide personal care, and execute nursing procedures.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety.

Skills

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Medication Administration

Medical Equipment Operation

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Perinatal Education Program

Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (214207)

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. 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 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.
• Hip and Knee Clinic positions require two years of recent, related surgical and preadmission clinic experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with residents, families, co-workers, multidisciplinary team members, and the public.
• Handle interpersonal interactions effectively.
• Organize work and implement care plans efficiently.
• Demonstrate competencies to work at full scope of practice, including administering medications, as required by BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Operate related medical equipment.
• Physically perform the duties of the position.

Island Health, also known as the Vancouver Island Health Authority, is the publicly funded healthcare provider in the southwestern part of British Columbia, Canada.