LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), MED SURG

Northern Health - BC; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health in Dawson Creek seeks a licensed practical nurse to join the Dawson Creek & District Hospital team, delivering compassionate nursing care to assigned patients/residents. The LPN works under supervision, provides assessments and documentation, and acts as an advocate for patients within established protocols.

Shift rotates, with Nights from 19:00 to 07:00. The role emphasizes collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and orientation of new staff as required.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse with current BC registration.
• Knowledge of BC LPN Standards of Practice.
• Ability to work independently while escalating to RN/RPN when needed.
• Experience in assessments, care planning, and documentation.
• Advocate for patients and participate in care conferences.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to an assigned group of patients/residents.
• Assist in developing and evaluating care plans and interventions.
• Document care activities and outcomes accurately.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and orient new staff as required.
• Respond to incidents per established procedures.

Skills

LPN

Patient care

Documentation

Collaboration

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 Dawson Creek & District 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.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Nights, 19:00 to 07:00 (rotating)