Licensed Practical Nurse - Powell River BC

SUNSHINE COAST HEALTH CENTRE LTD; Area C (Lois Lake/Saltery Bay); On-site; CAD 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunshine Coast Health Centre in Powell River, BC is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to join our interdisciplinary team on the Mental Health Nursing unit. The position offers a supportive environment, ongoing education, and a chance to contribute to patient-centred care.

Requirements include a Diploma in Practical Nursing, current BC registration (BCCNM), strong communication skills, basic computer literacy, and willingness to grow through our training opportunities such as the

Qualifications

• Diploma in Practical Nursing from a recognized school of nursing.
• Current practicing registration with the BC College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNM).
• First Aid certificate.
• Basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• To provide an efficient, safe admissions process.
• Ensuring checklists are complete and documentation is in order.
• Process medication orders, doctor orders, and refills.
• Provide access to medical services, including appointments, labs, and screenings.
• Communicate effectively within an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Documentation

Medication orders processing

Communication skills

CPR

Team collaboration

Time management

Basic computer literacy

Education

Diploma in Practical Nursing

BC College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNM) registration

First Aid certificate

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse - Powell River BC

Full Time Courtenay, BC, CA

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1090

Salary Range: $36.84 To $41.35 Hourly

Are you an LPN who is looking for an opportunity to be a valued member of an interdisciplinary team?

Are you dedicated to lifelong learning and a supportive team culture?

If you answered yes, then join us at Sunshine Coast Health Centre and start your journey in Mental Health Nursing today! We are currently seeking a full-time LPN to add to our growing Nursing team.

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

For the past 6 years, SCHC has offered candidates additional education to support their practice in the field of Mental Health and Substance Use. The Douglas College LPN Mental Health Nursing certificate is our program of choice.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Diploma in practical nursing from a recognized school of nursing.
• Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNM).
• Education: Successful completion of Licensed Practical Nursing Program, communication skills training, basic PC skills, related field education/training, First Aid.
• Certificates: First aid
• Valid Driver's License to operate a vehicle within BC. Local area travel may require the use of a personal vehicle.

ABILITIES/KNOWLEDGE/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To provide an efficient, safe admissions process
• Ensuring checklists are complete, documentation is in order, and that all clients experience safe detox.
• To process medication orders, doctor orders, and medication refills, and check all incoming orders as per medication protocols and procedures.
• To provide access to medical services, including doctor appointments, blood work, lab work, and urine screens as needed.
• Broad knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client/family centred model of care.
• Maintain focus on the recovery model.
• Broad knowledge of chemical dependency and a positive attitude toward chemically dependent clients and their rehabilitation.
• Broad knowledge of behaviour management and ability to utilize non-violent crisis intervention strategies.
• Broad knowledge of facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution techniques, and demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated case management, teaching/training, clinical support and consultation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Willingness to support team members and provide a positive professional role model for frontline staff.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, manage time productively, work independently, and use a cooperative approach to program delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to carry out the physical demands of the job.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Commitment to ongoing education/upgrade to training in the field of addiction.

Other titles: LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse LPN, Nurse, Relocation Nurse, LPN Nurse.

Job Types: Maternity leave coverage to start, moving into a full-time position