Licensed Practical Nurse - GI Endoscopy / Ambulatory Care

Island Health; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Canada is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care according to established standards. Candidates should have graduated from a recognized practical nursing program, current CPR certification, and experience in relevant clinical areas. This role emphasizes patient safety and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a Practical Nurse program and hold full licensure.
• Experience in minor surgical, oncology, and/or medical specialty clinics.
• Completion of post-basic education in perioperative nursing if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal and nursing care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
• Conduct assessments and implement care plans as per BCCNM standards.
• Ensure quality and safety in all aspects of care.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Physical capability

Education

Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses

Current CPR certification

Job description

Overview

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 responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the direction of the Manager or designate the LPN practices to full scope as per the Standards of Practice outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), as well as within a client and family-centered care model approach. Working in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, the LPN performs assessments, plans, implements and provides personal and nursing care to clients, according to organizational policies, procedures, standards, and unit specific protocols. The scope or extent of the skills that the LPN performs varies according to the predictability of the outcome for a given client population.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses and current full practicing licensure with the BCCNM. Advanced preparation in the clinical specialty of the assigned area as required by the position:

• Minor Procedures Clinic - completion of recognized post-basic education in perioperative nursing, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Recent related ambulatory care or perioperative unit experience which includes experience in minor surgical, oncology, and/or medical specialty clinics in an acute care facility.
• Current CPR certification required.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Link To Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD5697.pdf