Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Emergency

Northern Health - BC; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in British Columbia is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse dedicated to delivering compassionate patient care at Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre. Responsibilities include collaborating within a care team, advocating for patients, and documenting care responses. The ideal candidate will work in a dynamic environment that handles a significant number of ER visits annually. The position offers comprehensive benefits, vacation, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training

Loan forgiveness programs

Qualifications

• Ability to work within an interdisciplinary clinical framework.
• Experience in direct patient care and coordinating health services.
• Skills in documenting care and responding to unexpected patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Work within established protocols and standards of practice.
• Collaborate in direct care activities for Emergency Department patients.
• Teach patients and families about health promotion and wellness.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Collaboration and communication

Patient advocacy

Clinical assessment

Therapeutic relationships

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse certification

Job description

Overview

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 Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre.

Responsibilities

• Work within an interdisciplinary clinical framework in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) Standards of Practice for a Licensed Practical Nurse and the mission, vision and values and established protocols of Northern Health.
• Collaborate with the care team in direct care activities such as assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating interventions, and coordinating health services for Emergency Department patients.
• Participate in discharge and/or care planning, act as a patient advocate, and teach patients and their families about illness/injury and health promotion and wellness.
• Enhance quality of life from the perspective of the patient/family; establish, maintain, and enhance therapeutic relationships; provide care across the lifespan within a team-based model.
• Recognize and respond to unexpected patient outcomes by communicating and collaborating with other members of the healthcare team.
• Document care provided and response to incidents in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Emergency Department expectations; consult, confer, and collaborate with other health care providers as needed.

About Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre

Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre has 44 Acute Care beds and 124 residential beds and is equipped to handle 22,000 ER visits per year. Highlights include:

• Endoscopy suite, 2 state-of-the-art operating rooms, plus a procedure room
• Ambulatory clinics including Cancer and Hemodialysis
• Medical and Surgical inpatient rooms (40 beds)
• 3 Intensive care units
• Minor surgeries
• 7 single Maternity rooms for Labour, Delivery, and Post-Partum

Fort St. John also has the Health Unit and Primary Care Clinic which serve the community.

What Northern Health has to offer you

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial support for moving expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• Loan forgiveness programs offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions

Important Note

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position

Examples May Include

• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts
• Cover letter and resume are recommended

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