LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), MED SURG

Northern Health - BC; Chetwynd; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health - BC is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide compassionate patient care at Chetwynd General Hospital. Under supervision and in collaboration with the care team, the LPN delivers nursing care per policy and standards, participates in care planning, and acts as advocate for patients and residents.

The role includes participating in care conferences, documenting care, and supporting orientation for new staff as required, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care in a

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) registration in British Columbia.
• Provide nursing care to an assigned group of patients/residents according to established policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and access RN/RPN support as needed.
• Participate in developing care plans, assessments, interventions, and documentation.
• Assist with orientation of new staff and students as required.
• Respond to incidents following established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Conduct patient assessments and monitor changes in condition.
• Perform prescribed interventions and evaluate outcomes.
• Document care accurately and timely.
• Advocate for patients and coordinate multi-disciplinary care teams.
• Participate in care conferences and staff orientation.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

LPN diploma

Tools

EMR systems

Medical software

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 Chetwynd General Hospital.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Program Lead or designate and working in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing nursing care to an assigned group of patients/residents according to established policies and procedures and the Standards of Practice for the Licensed Practical Nurses of British Columbia. The LPN functions as an independent practitioner, while recognizing situations such as increased patient acuity or care that falls outside the scope of an LPN as appropriate for accessing the RN/RPN for collaborative support and/or clinical intervention. The LPN assists patients/residents in meeting their physical, social, spiritual, and psychological needs consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Northern Health (NH) and established protocols. Participates in developing care plans, conducting assessments, implementing, and evaluating interventions, documenting information, and acting as an advocate for patients/residents. Participates in a variety of meetings including care conferences and assists with orientation of new staff and students as required. Responds and reports incidents according to established procedures and performs clerical duties as needed.