LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), MED SURG

Northern Health - BC; Prince Rupert; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health in Prince Rupert, BC is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide compassionate patient care at Prince Rupert Regional Hospital. The LPN works under supervision with the interdisciplinary team, develops care plans, and supports patients in meeting physical, social, and psychological needs in line with NH standards.

The role emphasizes independent practice with access to RN/RPN for complex cases and involves participation in meetings, orientation of staff, and incident

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse with BC College of Nurses and Midwives registration.
• Ability to assess and develop care plans.
• Competent in documentation and adhering to policies.

Responsibilities

• Providing nursing care to an assigned group of patients/residents according to established policies and the Standards of Practice for LPNs of British Columbia.
• Participates in developing care plans, conducting assessments, implementing, and evaluating interventions.
• Acts as an advocate for patients/residents and collaborates with RN/RPN for complex care.
• Participates in care conferences and assists with orientation of new staff and students.
• Responds and reports incidents according to established procedures.
• Performs clerical duties as needed.

Skills

LPN certification

Compassionate patient care

Team 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 Prince Rupert Regional 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)