Licensed Practical Nurse Full Scope New Graduate

Fraser Health; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Fraser Valley, Canada, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their Practice Transition Program. This role involves assessing patient needs, providing supportive care, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing program and hold a current license with the BCCNM. This position offers various part-time and full-time opportunities for new graduates.

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Ability to organize work and implement care plans.
• Knowledge to work at full nursing practice level.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient's strengths and limitations.
• Provide a supportive environment for patients and families.
• Document and update care and procedure information.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to administer medications

Equipment operation

Physical ability for duties

Education

Graduate of a practical nursing program

Current registration with BCCNM

Job description

Salary

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

Job Summary

Fraser Health’s New Graduate component of the Practice Transition Program provides new LPN graduates with an opportunity to consolidate their nursing practice. We have opportunities for regular and relief part-time and full-time positions with an initial commitment of 6 months in the role.

To be considered for a New Grad opportunity, please apply online.

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Detailed Overview

Under the direction of the Manager, Clinical Operations or designate and in collaboration as a member of the 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.

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People – those we care for and those who care for them – are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive 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. Together, we are the heart of health care.

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