Licensed Practical Nurse, Long-Term Care - (214004)

Island Health; Central Saanich; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health authority is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join their multidisciplinary team. In this vital role, you will provide essential care to residents, ensuring their safety and well-being. Your responsibilities will include conducting assessments, planning personalized care, and executing nursing procedures within your full scope of practice. This position emphasizes effective communication and collaboration with various stakeholders, including residents and healthcare professionals. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a team environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN.
• MHSU positions require additional education for specific practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to complex but stable residents/clients.
• Perform assessments, plan, and provide personal care.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Ability to deal effectively with others

Organizational skills

Knowledge of medication administration

Ability to operate related equipment

Physical capability to perform duties

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Additional education for Mental Health and Substance Use

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 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 competency guidelines and full scope of practice outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, adhering to agency policies, standards, 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 diagnosis of Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication with residents, families, co-workers, multidisciplinary team members, and the public.
• 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, as required by BCCNM.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical capability to perform duties of the position.

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