Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (216585)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare authority in Victoria is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to perform assessments and provide personal care within a multidisciplinary team. The role requires registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, with specific qualifications depending on the area of practice. Ideal candidates will have effective communication skills and the ability to organize work efficiently. This position emphasizes patient and staff safety, alongside a commitment to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives required.
• Perinatal experience preferred for specific positions.
• Additional education for Mental Health/Substance Use roles.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and provide personal care.
• Execute nursing procedures within competency guidelines.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Ability to deal effectively with others

Organize work and implement a care plan

Knowledge for full scope of practice

Operate related equipment

Physically perform the duties

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant

Completion of a perinatal education program

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) 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 competency guidelines and full scope of practice outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, as well as agency policies, standards, and unit-specific protocols.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• 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 need two years of recent, related surgical and preadmission clinic experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

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 as required by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, including medication administration.
• Operate related equipment.
• Physically perform the duties of the position.

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