LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), MED SURG

Northern Health - BC; Smithers; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health - BC in Bulkley Valley District Hospital seeks a motivated Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing care to an assigned group of patients, following established policies and BC Standards of Practice.

You will develop care plans, perform assessments, document care, advocate for patients, and participate in care conferences, orientation for new staff, incident reporting, and related clerical duties.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensed to practice in British Columbia.
• Knowledge of the Standards of Practice for LPNs in BC.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to assigned patients per established policies and standards.
• Develop care plans and conduct assessments.
• Document information and advocate for patients.
• Participate in care conferences and staff orientation.
• Respond to incidents and perform clerical duties as needed.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

Days, Evenings, 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 (rotating)

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 Bulkley Valley 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.