Licensed Practical Nurse – Full Time

Powell River Educational Services Society; Powell River; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Powell River is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will hold a practical nursing diploma and possess a valid registration with BCCNM. Responsibilities include patient admissions, medication management, and support in chemical dependency recovery. Join a supportive culture that values continuous learning and offers additional training opportunities. Interested applicants should send their resume to [e-mail].

Benefits

Quarterly signing bonuses

Overtime pay

Company events

On-site parking

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

RRSP match

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the BCCNM.
• Valid Driver’s License to operate a vehicle within BC.
• Commitment to ongoing education in the field of addiction.

Responsibilities

• Provide an efficient and safe admissions process.
• Process medication orders and document client interactions.
• Maintain focus on the recovery model in patient care.
• Support clients with chemical dependency issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic PC skills

Time management

CPR techniques

Education

Diploma in practical nursing

Successful completion of Licensed Practical Nursing Program

First aid certification

Job description

Location: Powell River/qathet Regional District

Salary Or Wage: $36.84 to $41.35 per hour

Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Type: Full Time

List of Requirements

• Diploma in practical nursing from a recognized school of nursing.
• Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNM).
• Education: Successful completion of Licensed Practical Nursing Program, communication skills training, basic PC skills, related field education/training, First Aid.
• Certificates: First aid
• Valid Driver’s License to operate a vehicle within BC. Local area travel may require the use of a personal vehicle.

List of Duties

• To provide an efficient, safe admissions process
• Ensuring checklists are complete, documentation is in order, and that all clients experience safe detox.
• To process medication orders, doctor orders, and medication refills, and check all incoming orders as per medication protocols and procedures.
• To provide access to medical services, including doctor appointments, blood work, lab work, and urine screens as needed.
• Broad knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client/family centred model of care.
  Maintain focus on the recovery model.
• Broad knowledge of chemical dependency and a positive attitude toward chemically dependent clients and their rehabilitation.
• Broad knowledge of behaviour management and ability to utilize non-violent crisis intervention strategies.
• Broad knowledge of facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution techniques, and demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated case management, teaching/training, clinical support and consultation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Willingness to support team members and provide a positive professional role model for frontline staff.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, manage time productively, work independently, and use a cooperative approach to program delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to carry out the physical demands of the job.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Commitment to ongoing education/upgrade to training in the field of addiction.

Are you an LPN who is looking for an opportunity to be a valued member of an interdisciplinary team?

Are you dedicated to lifelong learning and a supportive team culture?

If you answered yes, then join us at Sunshine Coast Health Centre and start your journey in Mental Health Nursing today! We are currently seeking full-time and casual LPNs to add to our growing Nursing team.

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

For the past 6 years, SCHC has offered candidates additional education to support their practice in the field of Mental Health and Substance Use.

SIGNING BONUS

All LPNs committing to a line will receive quarterly bonuses for the successful coverage of that line.

Interested applicants are asked to please email their cover letter and resume to: [e-mail]

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay
• Company events
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• RRSP match
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Morning shift
• Night shift

How to Apply

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