Licensed Practical Nurse (lpn) Long Term, Complex Care

Northern Health; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a passionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join their dedicated team. This role involves delivering compassionate care within a client-centered model, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to assess and support patients. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. With a focus on optimal health outcomes, this position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact. If you are a motivated LPN looking to enhance your career while making a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Financial Support for Moving Expenses

Qualifications

• Registered LPN with at least one year of acute care experience.
• Knowledge in specific clinical specialties based on caseload.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to clients and families.
• Perform assessments and develop nursing care plans.

Skills

Compassionate Patient Care

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Clinical Assessment

Independence

Equipment Operation

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Tools

Relevant Computer Applications

Job description

Position Summary
** Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for this position **

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 Peace Villa.

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.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Evenings - 07:00 to 15:00, 15:00 to 23:00, rotating

New Wage: As of April 1, 2024 the new wage is: $32.84 - $41.35/hour

Qualifications
• 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.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.