Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Emergency

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; In loco; CAD 60.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

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Vancouver Coastal Health is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Emergency Department at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver, BC. The LPN collaborates with the care team to provide direct patient care within an interdisciplinary framework.

You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions, participate in discharge planning, and educate patients and families about illness and wellness. This role emphasizes compassionate care and adherence to BC practice standards.

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• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing interventions in the ED.
• Coordinate health services and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families about illness and wellness.

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Come work as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with the Emergency Department at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver, BC!

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 Vancouver Coastal Health, the LPN works closely with the Care team including: Registered Nurse, Psychiatric Triage Nurse, Emergency Physician, Psychiatrist, Security, etc. in direct care activities such as assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating interventions, and coordinating health services for the designated medical client group of the Emergency Department. Participates in discharge and/or care planning, functions as a client advocate, and teaches clients and their families about illness/injury and overall health promotion and wellness. Enhances quality of life from the perspective of the client/family. Establishes, maintains, and enhances therapeutic relationships based on respect. Provides care to clients and families based on stable and/or predictable states of health by initiating and following established plans of care. Recognizes and responds to unexpected client outcomes by communicating and collaborating with other members of the healthcare team. Documents care provided and responds to incidents in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Emergency Department expectations. Consults, confers, and collaborates with other health care providers as needed.

About The North Shore, BC

Just 15-minutes north of downtown Vancouver, where forested mountains meet the sheltered Pacific Ocean, the North Shore (North and West Vancouver) offer an inspiring blend of outdoor activities and cultural amenities. Known for hiking, mountain