LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), LONG-TERM CARE

Northern Health; Vanderhoof; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Indigenous leave

Extended health benefits

Municipal pension plan

4 weeks vacation after 1 year

Moving expense support

Employee referral program

Leadership development

Short commutes

Outdoor recreation opportunities

Job summary

Northern Health in Vanderhoof, BC is seeking an LPN to provide nursing care under the supervision of a Clinical Supervisor. You will perform assessments, plan and deliver nursing care, and may guide other staff according to professional standards and unit protocols.

The role supports clients and families to achieve optimal health, operating within a client-centered care model and provincial practice standards. Shift rotations include days and nights on a 07:00–19:00 and 19:00–07:00 cycle.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as an LPN is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of recent acute care or residential experience.

Responsibilities

• Apply nursing process to assess, plan, and provide nursing care.
• Coordinate care and may direct other staff as assigned.
• Support clients and families to achieve optimal health.
• Adhere to standards of practice and unit protocols.

Skills

LPN competencies

Communication skills

Team coordination

Independent working

Observation & assessment

Job description

Position Summary

Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Join our team and discover how we can support your future goals and how you can be a part of a team that works together to provide exceptional care to our elderly.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Clinical Supervisor or designate, 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.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work

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

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 Stuart Nechako Manor

Community

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Vanderhoof

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.