Licensed Practical Nurse (lpn), Emergency

Northern Health; Hazelton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Hazelton, BC, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the team at Wrinch Memorial Hospital. This role involves providing compassionate patient care in the Emergency Department and working closely with other healthcare professionals. Responsibilities include patient assessments, care planning, and patient education. Ideal candidates will have a practical nurse qualification and relevant experience. Benefits include comprehensive packages and financial support for relocations.

Benefits

Comprehensive health/dental benefits

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of recent experience in a related area of care.
• Current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives.

Responsibilities

• Work within an interdisciplinary clinical framework.
• Participate in care planning and patient advocacy.
• Teach patients about health promotion and wellness.

Skills

Patient care skills

Crisis intervention

Clinical judgment

Knowledge of pathophysiology

Nursing assessments

Education

Graduation from a recognized Practical Nurse program

Current registration with BCCNM

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 Wrinch Memorial Hospital. Working 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 consistent with the mission, vision and values and established protocols of Northern Health, 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 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 (rotating)

Responsibilities

Working 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 consistent with the mission, vision and values and established protocols of Northern Health, 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.

Qualifications

• 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). 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.

Benefits

• 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.

Application Requirements

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession).
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position (e.g., Program certificates or diplomas, High school/college/university transcripts etc.).
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.