Licensed Practical Nurse | Orthopaedic Technician

Interior Health Authority; Ashcroft; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $20,000 recruitment incentive

Employer paid training/education

Extended health & dental coverage

Work-life balance

Job summary

Interior Health Authority is seeking two permanent full-time Licensed Practical Nurses for the Ashcroft Urgent & Primary Care Clinic. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in an autonomous capacity, conducting assessments, and providing orthopaedic support under the supervision of physicians. The position offers competitive incentives, including recruitment bonuses and extensive employee benefits. Join a team dedicated to improving health outcomes and providing excellent care to patients in the Ashcroft area.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse with registration with the BCCNM.
• Experience in orthopaedic care is preferred.
• Ability to thrive in an autonomous role.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and provide nursing care to patients in ambulatory settings.
• Operate within competency guidelines and scope of practice.
• Assist in minor surgical and diagnostic procedures.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Orthopaedic assessments

Cast application and removal

Communication with medical staff

Monitoring patient conditions

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse certification

Job description

Overview

Ashcroft Urgent & Primary Care Clinic has an exciting opportunity for two permanent full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to join as an Orthopaedic Technician. We are looking for confident, self-directed professionals who thrive in an autonomous role and are comfortable delivering high-quality patient-centered care. This position operates with rotating days, with shifts scheduled from 08:00 to 19:10.

Incentives may include up to $20,000 as a recruitment incentive and/or relocation allowance. Apply today!

What we offer

• An attractive remuneration package
• Excellent career prospects
• Employer paid training/education
• Employer paid vacation
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended Health & Dental coverage
• Work-life balance
• May be eligible to contribute to MPP

Role responsibilities

This position performs assessments, plans, implements and provides nursing care to patients in an ambulatory care setting. This position operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), and according to organizational policies, procedures, standards and unit specific protocols. Under the direction and supervision of a physician/NP this position also provides orthopaedic care by performing duties such as assessing and evaluating patient condition; reviewing x-rays to confirm plan of care; applying casts and splints; removing externally exposed pins, wires, staples and sutures; setting up traction equipment and performing related orthopaedic duties.

What you will work on

The LPN will assess and monitor the strengths and limitations of patients across physiological, psychological, sociocultural, and spiritual domains while establishing therapeutic relationships that support autonomy in care planning. The LPN will provide orthopaedic care by assessing conditions, reviewing x-rays, communicating changes to physicians/NPs, implementing orders, assisting with cast application following reductions, applying and removing splints and casts, performing minor supervised cast modifications, removing exposed pins, staples, sutures, and wires, setting up and adjusting traction, supporting patients with mobility aids, and educating patients and families on cast and skin care. Within the LPN scope, the role includes assisting physicians/NPs with minor surgical and diagnostic procedures such as colposcopies, blepharoplasties, and lesion removals. The LPN will contribute to individualized care plans, participate in multidisciplinary meetings, and advocate for patient and family needs. Responsibilities include performing nursing procedures such as assessments, monitoring, preparing patients for diagnostics and surgery, catheter and ostomy care, wound care, unit specific procedures, supporting activities of daily living, administering oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and PRN medications, and inserting or maintaining peripheral IV infusions when ordered. The LPN will communicate changes in condition to physicians, NPs, or managers; document care according to policy; and perform clerical tasks such as scheduling, ordering supplies, initiating diagnostic requisitions, and completing admissions, discharges, and transfers. The role also includes supporting orientation for new staff and students, participating in quality improvement and educational activities, maintaining a safe environment by adhering to safety and infection control standards, reporting hazards or malfunctioning equipment, and performing other related duties as assigned.

Ready to love where you live and work? Apply today!