Licensed Practical Nurse (lpn), Mental Health & Addictions

Northern Health; Terrace; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking a motivated Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver compassionate care to adults with mental illness in Terrace, Canada. Responsibilities include engaging patients and implementing care plans. Candidates must have relevant registration, experience in mental health, and strong communication skills. The position offers comprehensive benefits including vacation time, employer-paid training, and support for moving expenses.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation after one year

Financial Support for Moving Expenses

Employer-paid training and leadership development

Employee referral program

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Recent experience in the mental health field is essential.
• Knowledge of psychiatric medication and side-effects is necessary.
• Class V BC Driver's License and use of own vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate patient care as part of the care team.
• Implement care plans for patients with mental illness.
• Engage patients and families in service planning.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to work with individuals with mental health issues

Organize and prioritize work

Computer Skills

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Completion of Pharmacology course

IV Therapy certification

Job description

Position Summary

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. Under the direction of the Residential & Recovery Team Leader (nurse) or designate, the LPN uses a PSR approach in contributing to the assessment, development, and implementation of care plans and evaluation of client centered care for Adults with Mental Illness and other co-occurring disorders within Seven Sisters and Birchwood Place. The LPN is knowledgeable of and practices in accordance with the standards of practice as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) and established organizational policies and procedures. The LPN is expected to engage the individual and family as people with full competence and as full collaborators in service planning, delivery, and evaluation.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work

Days, Evenings - 07:00 to 15:00, 15:00 to 23:00, Rotating

Terrace

The thriving community of Terrace is northern living at its best. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes, and streams all add to the beauty of this community. The main industries in Terrace are communications, transportation, and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700. There are nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, and Northwest Community College and a UNBC campus. Check out Terrace where there is always something new to experience.

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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Qualfications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• The following courses are a must: completion of a Pharmacology course, Head to toe Assessment, Taking and Transcribing Doctor's Orders, IV Therapy.
• All other courses deemed necessary to keep LPN licensure current in accordance to the BCCNM.
• Knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation practice.
• Knowledge of psychiatric medication and side-effects.
• Class V BC Drivers License. Use of own vehicle is required for travel.
• Certificates in CPR and First Aid.
• Three years recent experience working in the mental health field or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to work with individuals with mental health issues.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Computer Skills.

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC. There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.