LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), MED SURG

Northern Health - BC; Fort Nelson; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Fort Nelson Hospital team. The role provides nursing care to assigned patients under established policies and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team for optimal outcomes.

The LPN supports care planning, assessments, advocacy, and documentation, and participates in staff orientation and care conferences. Shift rotations include days and nights in a 07:00–19:00 and 19:00–07:00 schedule.

Qualifications

• Provide nursing care to assigned patients/residents according to established policies and Standards of Practice.
• Develop and participate in care plans and assessments.
• Collaborate with RN/RPN and interdisciplinary team.
• Document patient information and advocate for patients.
• Assist with orientation of staff and participate in care conferences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care within scope of practice as LPN.
• Assist with care planning, assessments, and evaluating interventions.
• Document and report patient status and incidents.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other allied health professionals.

Skills

Patient care

Assessment

Documentation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Advocacy

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) credential

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