LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN), MED SURG

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

Job summary

Northern Health in St. John Hospital is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide compassionate patient care in a dynamic team setting. The LPN will work under supervision, develop care plans, perform assessments, and document care in accordance with BC standards.

Responsibilities include clinical interventions, collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, and participation in care conferences. The position supports orientation for new staff and students and adheres to hospital procedures.

Qualifications

• Must hold current British Columbia LPN license.
• Provide nursing care per standards of practice.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in care planning and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to assigned patients per policies and procedures.
• Develop, implement and evaluate care plans.
• Conduct assessments and document findings.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and advocate for patients.
• Assist with orientation of new staff and students.
• Respond to incidents per procedures and perform clerical duties.

Skills

LPN license

Patient care

Team collaboration

Policy adherence

Education

LPN BC Licence

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 St. John 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)