Licensed Practical Nurse, Long-Term Care

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse for their Long-Term Care unit. In this vital role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care to residents, ensuring their safety and well-being. Your responsibilities will include performing assessments, planning personal care, and executing nursing procedures within your full scope of practice. If you're passionate about patient care and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity offers a meaningful way to contribute to the health and safety of the community.

Qualifications

• Registered LPN with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Additional education required for Mental Health and Substance Use.

Responsibilities

• Provides care to complex but stable residents/clients.
• Performs assessments and executes nursing procedures.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to operate related equipment

Knowledge of medication administration

Ability to deal effectively with others

Physical capability to perform duties

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Additional education for MHSU positions

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse, Long-Term Care

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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 shared responsibility. Continuous improvement of quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the direction of the Manager or designate and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, the Licensed Practical Nurse provides care to complex but stable residents/clients. Responsibilities include performing assessments, planning and providing personal care, and executing nursing procedures. The LPN operates within the full scope of practice as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, adhering to agency policies, standards, and protocols.

Qualifications:

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN.
• MHSU positions require additional education as outlined by BCCNM for practice involving Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders.

Skills and Abilities:

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Organizational skills to plan and implement care.
• Knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice, including medication administration.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physically capable of performing duties.

Link to Full Job Description: https://jd.viha.ca/JD3193.pdf