Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - Cottage/Worthington Pavilions - Abbotsford

Fraser Health; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 45,240 - 61,936; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks of vacation

Comprehensive health benefits

Pension plan

Job summary

Fraser Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join their team in Abbotsford, BC. This role involves comprehensive nursing care and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Successful candidates will have effective communication skills, the ability to work in diverse environments, and current registration with BC's College of Nurses and Midwives. A competitive salary and numerous benefits, including vacation and health plans, are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized practical nursing program or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Responsibilities

• Assess patient/resident/family's actual and potential strengths and limitations.
• Provide nursing care according to policies and evaluate outcomes.
• Document and update patient/resident care information.
• Participate in quality improvement and program evaluation.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of full scope of practice

Ability to operate related equipment

Physical ability to perform job duties

Education

Graduated from a recognized practical nursing program

Current registration as Licensed Practical Nurse

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $32.84 - $44.96 / hour

Job Summary

Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care.

Fraser Health values diversity in the workforce and strives to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe manner.

Detailed Overview

Under the direction of the Manager, Clinical Operations or designate and in collaboration as a member of a multidisciplinary team; performs assessments, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care. The LPN operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), and according to agency operating policies and standards and unit specific protocols.

Responsibilities

1. Assesses patient/resident/family's actual and potential strengths and limitations including physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual needs.
2. Provides a supportive environment for patient/resident/family. Promotes patient/resident/family involvement in health care decisions; provides information and opportunity to discuss concerns; respects personal choices.
3. Contributes to the development and ongoing changes to the individualized plan of care, including attending and providing input into multidisciplinary care planning meetings and family conferences.
4. Provides nursing care according to identified policies and procedures, technology and FHA standards and evaluates outcomes. Records observations and reports problems and/or changes to designated staff.
5. Performs admissions, discharges, and transfers of patients/residents according to agency operating policies and procedures.
6. Documents and updates all relevant care and procedure information to ensure patient/resident safety and comfort.
7. Operates and maintains effective functioning equipment related to patient/resident care such as bathtubs, scales and mechanical lifts.
8. Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients/residents and staff.
9. Assists in the orientation of new staff, students and other members of the Health Care Team.
10. Participates in continuous quality improvement and program evaluation activities, education sessions, team conferences, meetings and committees.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Graduate of a recognized practical nursing program or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to organize work and implement a plan of care.
• Knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice as currently required by the BCCNM, including administering medications.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.