LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), LONG-TERM CARE

Northern Health; Burns Lake; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health's Pines in Burns Lake is seeking a motivated Licensed Practical Nurse committed to compassionate, patient-centered care. Under direction of the Clinical Supervisor, you will apply the nursing process, perform assessments, plan and deliver nursing care, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

In this role, you will support clients and families across care settings, adhere to BCCNM standards and organizational policies, and contribute to a positive, safe environment.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• One year of recent acute care or residential experience.

Responsibilities

• Apply Nursing Process, perform assessments, plan and provide nursing care.
• Coordinate and direct care with the multidisciplinary team.
• Assist with prioritizing and organizing patient care and documentation.
• Operate related equipment and maintain competency with clinical software.
• Support clients and families within a client- and family-centered care model.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Care coordination

Teamwork

Prioritization

Equipment operation

Computer proficiency

Physical stamina

Education

LPN registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

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 Pines.

Works within the context of a client and family centered care model and in accordance with the standards, scope and code of ethics as outlined by BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) and vision and values of the Northern Health. Under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor or designate, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, the Licensed Practical Nurse applies Nursing Process, performs assessments, plans, provides nursing care, and may provide direction to other staff.

The LPN operates in accordance with the expected competencies within the Entry to Practice Competencies, Scope of Practice and Standards of Practice as outlined by BCCNM, as well as within a client and family centered care model and according to organizational policies, procedures, standards and unit specific protocols.

The LPN will support clients and families to achieve and maintain optimal health by performing the following duties and responsibilities.

Qualfications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• One (1) year of recent, related acute care or residential experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills within a specific clinical specialty or patient population dependent on the nature of the caseload (e.g. acute care, gerontology, palliative, etc.).
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to assign care and share knowledge with the multidisciplinary team, clients and families
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize; and ability to initiate and implement a plan of care.
• Ability to operate related equipment including proficiency in relevant computer applications.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Where you will be working:

Facility:

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through The Pines.

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Burns Lake.

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.