Licensed Practical Nurse, Home & Community Care

Island Health; Duncan; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for Home & Community Care in Duncan, BC. The role involves providing personal care, conducting assessments, and collaborating with health professionals to ensure quality client care. Candidates must be registered with the BC College of Nurses and have relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Two years recent related experience required.
• Valid BC Drivers license necessary.
• Completion of additional education for Mental Health/Substance Use practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and conduct home visits.
• Support and direct Community Health Workers.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary health care teams.

Skills

Communication

Patient assessment

Organizational skills

Culturally sensitive care

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Basic Life Support, Level C certificate

Tools

Windows based software

Job description

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

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

Reporting to the Manager or the Designate, working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team, the Licensed Practice Nurse provides personal care, performs nursing procedures, conducts home visits and completes assessments to ensure quality client care. Contributes to the development of client centered care and self care management standards, policies and procedures. Supports and directs Community Health Workers. Collaborates, consults and acts as a liaison with the interdisciplinary team of health care professionals to facilitate quality care.

The Licensed Practical Nurse operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and according to Home and Community Care Program operating policies, standards and protocols.

Travel may be a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Completion of additional education as outlined by BCCNM for practice where Mental Health and/or Substance Use are the primary diagnosis.
• Basic Life Support, Level C certificate. Two years recent related experience.
• Valid BC Drivers license.
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge and competencies of full scope of Practice currently required by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability for good observation and patient/client assessment skills.
• Demonstrated ability to organize & prioritize work for self and others.
• Provide culturally sensitive care and services.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively as part of interdisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment including computer and a variety of windows based software.
• Maintain a commitment to continued professional development as required by the employer and/or the College.
• Use personal vehicle.
  
  

Link To Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD3460.pdf

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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