LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), EMERGENCY

Northern Health; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Emergency Department team at the University Hospital of Northern British Columbia. Under supervision, you will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for ED patients, coordinate services, educate patients and families, and advocate for patient-centered care.

The role supports a team-based model across lifespan with rotations for days and nights (07:00–19:15 and 19:00–07:15).

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Practical Nurse program.
• Current practicing registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Minimum 1 year of recent related care experience.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care in the Emergency Department.
• Coordinate health services and discharge planning.
• Advocate for patients and educate patients and families.
• Document care and participate in team communications.

Skills

Emergency Department nursing

Vital signs assessment

Medication administration

Patient education & advocacy

Infection control practices

Clinical documentation

Education

Practical Nurse Diploma / Certificate

Tools

Glucometer

IV pumps

Oxygen delivery equipment

Vital signs monitor

Job description

Position Summary

Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Licensed Practical Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at the University Hospital of Northern BC.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the LPN works closely with the care team in direct care activities such as assessing. Planning, implementing, evaluating interventions, and coordinating health services for the Emergency Department patients. Participates in discharge and/or care planning, functions as a patient advocate, and teaches patients and their families about illness/injury and overall health promotion and wellness. Enhances quality of life from the perspective of the patient/family. Establishes, maintains, and enhances therapeutic relationships based on respect. Under a team-based model, provides care to patients across the lifespan, and their families, based on stable and/or predictable states of health by initiating and following established plans of care. Recognizes and responds to unexpected patient outcomes by communicating and collaborating with other members of the healthcare team. Documents care provided and response to incidents in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Emergency Department expectations. Consults, confers, and collaborates with other health care providers as needed.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

Days, Nights, 07:00 to 19:15, 19:00 to 07:15 (rotating)

Qualfications

• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses and one (1) year recent experience working in a related area of care.


• Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrate ability in nursing practice related to caring for patients in the Emergency Department (e.g., those across the lifespan with stable and predictable states of health - including but not limited to patients with complex disease, acute/chronic disease management; mental health and substance use issues).


• Demonstrated knowledge of pathophysiology related to common diagnosis related to designated patient group (e.g., Malignancies/Cancers; Acute/Chronic Respiratory illness/disease; Acute/Chronic renal failure; Acute/Chronic Hepatic Failure; GI illness/diseases; chronic wounds, orthopedic injuries/conditions; Mental Health and Substance Use issues).


• Demonstrated ability to perform nursing assessments and interventions related to common diagnosis and specific clinical situations relevant to the designated patient group (e.g., Cancer, Supportive Care, Pain Management (Acute/Chronic/Neuropathic/Palliative); wound care, venipuncture Diabetes management, first aid, orthopedic injuries, pediatrics, mental health and substance use and harm reductions strategies including safe medication practices (e.g., Best Possible Medication History, transcription, and patient education)).


• Demonstrated ability to make sound clinical judgements to provide safe ethical patient care to manage a select population of patients. Has knowledge and accesses appropriate resources embedded within the service delivery model to support nursing practice. Knows when and how to seek out clinical support and guidance as needed.


• Demonstrated ability to recognize potential complications and care issues relevant to the designated patient group by alerting the RN and/or most responsible provider. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflict situations and aggressive behavior and use non-violent crisis intervention, behavioral management techniques, and processes specific to the Emergency Department to mitigate violence in collaboration with the healthcare team.


• Demonstrated ability in correct usage of equipment and maintains competency in working with, for example, oxygen delivery equipment; vital signs monitor; glucometer; IV pumps; splints; dressings and walking aids and other related equipment.


• Demonstrated ability to document patient care on appropriate systems/forms in accordance with organizational and unit standards in a timely and accurate manner.


• Demonstrated ability to provide safe and appropriate telephone consultatio9ns and document related discussion and patient care on appropriate systems/forms in accordance with organizational and unit protocol.


• Demonstrated skills in patient/family centered care planning, patient/family engagement and education, trauma informed care and therapeutic communication. Has knowledge of legislation, government policies and procedures as it applies to the rights and obligations of patients and staff as well as the impact of social, cultural, and family systems on health outcomes.


• Demonstrated skill in performing LPN Scope of Practice and standards of care relevant to the designated patient population in the Emergency Department including infection control, violence prevention, collaborations, communication, patient flow etc.


• Physical Ability to perform the position.

Where you will be working:

Facility:

Additional details about this facility's programs and care environment can be found through University Hospital of Northern British Columbia (UHNBC)

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