LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), EMERGENCY

Northern Health - BC; Prince George; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health - BC invites applications for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the University Hospital of Northern BC. The LPN will work under supervision with the care team in the Emergency Department, delivering direct patient care to individuals across the lifespan and supporting planning, education, and advocacy.

The role emphasizes collaboration, documentation, and responding to clinical changes, with rotating day and night shifts.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse license required.
• Experience in Emergency Department or acute care settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care in the Emergency Department.
• Coordinate health services and discharge planning with the care team.
• Advocate for patients and families, provide health education and promotion.
• Document care provided and communicate any changes to team members.

Job description

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 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 (rotating)