Licensed Practical Nurse, Long-Term Care - (210296)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority in Victoria is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves providing comprehensive care to residents, conducting assessments, and ensuring adherence to nursing protocols. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and organizational skills, along with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. This position emphasizes patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN.
• Additional education for Mental Health and/or Substance Use positions.

Responsibilities

• Conducting assessments and planning personal care.
• Delivering care to complex but stable residents/clients.
• Performing nursing procedures within full scope of practice.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of medication administration

Ability to work effectively with others

Physical ability

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

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 this position.

Under the supervision of the Manager or designate and as part of a multidisciplinary team, the Licensed Practical Nurse provides care to complex but stable residents/clients. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, planning and delivering personal care, and performing nursing procedures. The LPN operates within the full scope of practice as defined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, adhering to agency policies and unit-specific protocols.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

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

Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication with residents, families, colleagues, multidisciplinary team members, and the public.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Organizational skills to implement a care plan.
• Knowledge and competencies to work at the full scope of practice, including medication administration.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties required.

For more details, refer to the full job description: https://jd.viha.ca/JD3193.pdf