Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - STAT Centre-Inpatient Unit

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Licensed Practical Nurse at a leading health organization. This role offers a chance to provide essential care in a supportive environment, working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team. You'll be at the forefront of patient care, making a real difference in the lives of clients and their families. With beautiful surroundings and a commitment to employee wellness, this position not only enhances your nursing skills but also supports your professional growth through training and development opportunities. Embrace the chance to contribute to a healthier community while enjoying comprehensive benefits and recognition programs.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits package

Employer-paid training

Leadership development opportunities

Wellness supports

Award-winning recognition programs

Exclusive discounts for staff

Qualifications

• Graduated from a recognized Practical Nurse program or equivalent.
• Must have current registration with BCCNM.

Responsibilities

• Perform full scope of practical nursing functions for clients.
• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate and document client care.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Physical ability to perform duties

Education

Graduation from a recognized Practical Nurse program

Current registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $32.84/Hr. - CAD $41.35/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Licensed Practical Nurse with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Short Term Assessment & Treatment Centre at Purdy Pavilions located inside UBC Hospital in Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!

Join our caring community at UBC Hospital, located on the beautiful University of British Columbia campus in Vancouver. Surrounded by lush forest on three sides and ocean on the fourth, UBCH is located in a growing community.

As an LPN at Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

• Perform full scope of practical nursing functions for clients with predictable outcomes within a designated area of specialty.
• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate and document client care, and provide support to clients and their families.
• Work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary care team and under general supervision, supports the Registered Nurse in caring for clients with unpredictable outcomes or where the acuity or complexity of care requires an advanced level of knowledge and skill beyond the scope of practice for Licensed Practical Nurses.
• Maintain and advance clinical competence pursuant to the standards of practice of BCCNM for Licensed Practical Nurses.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan.
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families.
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers.
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff.

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.