LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), MED SURG

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

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health/dental

Municipal pension

Four weeks vacation

Moving expenses

Employee referral program

Training & leadership opportunities

Outdoor activities

Loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

The North Haida Gwaii Hospital is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver compassionate nursing care to assigned patients. You will work with an interdisciplinary team, follow BC Standards of Practice, and participate in care planning, assessments, interventions and documentation.

Shift rotation includes days and nights, 07:00 to 19:00 and 19:00 to 07:00. This full-time role provides opportunities for professional growth within Northern Health and exposure to a broad range of

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to an assigned group of patients/residents according to established policies and Standards of Practice for LPNs in BC.
• Participate in developing care plans, conducting assessments, implementing and evaluating interventions, documenting information, and advocating for patients/residents.
• Respond to incidents per established procedures and perform clerical duties as needed.

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 North Haida Gwaii Hospital.

In accordance with the established mission, vision and values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, the person promotes a safe, respectful, and civil working environment for patients, residents, families, visitors, and staff.

Reporting to the 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)

Northern Haida Gwaii Hospital And Health Centre Provides Medical Service To Old Masset, Port Clements And Surrounding Areas. The Hospital And Health Centre Has 4 Acute Care Beds, 1 Palliative Care Bed, 4 Long-term Care Beds And a 4 Unit Assisted Living Complex. Some Services Provided At The Hospital

• Emergency
• Laboratory
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Pharmacy
• Chronic Disease Management
• Physiotherapy
• Speech and Language therapy
• Mental Health and Substance Use service
• Home and Community Care and Home Support services
• Visiting specialists in Pediatrics, Orthopaedics, ENT, Nephrology, Endocrinology, Respirology, Rheumatology, Urology and Ophthalmology
• Video conferencing capabilities with specialists or physicians in other areas Public Health provides many services to the community. Some of these services include:
• Harm reduction services
• TB testing
• Prenatal services with pregnancy registry
• Kindergarten screening and school immunizations
• Birth control, pap tests, STI testing

Masset is situated along the shoreline of Masset Sound on Haida Gwaii, formerly known as the Queen Charlotte Islands, and is the largest village on the island. Major industries are logging, fishing and tourism. Masset provides services for a larger rural area with a population of 1,000 local residents and services a surrounding area of 2,300 including Tow Hill (unincorporated) and Old Masset (IR). incorporated in 1961, the Village of Masset (pop. 1,000) is the oldest of the island’s municipalities. The community has one elementary school and one secondary school. Check out Masset, the place where the ocean meets the shore and the sunsets are breathtaking.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Important Note

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples May Include

• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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