Licensed Practical Nurse,Scope - Peace Arch Hospital Job White Rock area,BC Canada,Nursing

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - Peace Arch Hospital

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $32.84 - $44.96 / hour

Job Summary

We are currently hiring for a Relief Full Time Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope to join our Surgical team at Peace Arch Hospital located in White Rock, B.C. This position is available until approximately August 2027 or until the return of the incumbent.

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Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields. Fraser Health offers opportunities for career growth and advancement and competitive benefits, including but not limited to the following.

Start earning up to four weeks of vacation in your first year
Comprehensive 100% employer paid benefits
Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan
Maternity top‑up (eligibility requirements to qualify)
50% subsidy on Trans Link passes

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Detailed Overview

Under the direction of the Manager, Clinical Operations or designate and in collaboration as a member of a multidisciplinary team; performs assessments, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care. The LPN 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 agency operating policies and standards and unit specific protocols.

Responsibilities

Assesses patient/resident/family's actual and potential strengths and limitations including physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual needs.

Provides a supportive environment for patient/resident/family. Promotes patient/resident/family involvement in health care decisions; provides information and opportunity to discuss concerns; respects personal choices.

Contributes to the development and ongoing changes to the individualized plan of care, including attending and providing input into multidisciplinary care planning meetings and family conferences.

Provides nursing care according to identified policies and procedures, technology and FHA standards and evaluates outcomes. Records observations and reports problems and/or changes to designated staff.

Performs admissions, discharges, and transfers of patients/residents according to agency operating policies and procedures.

Documents and updates all relevant care and procedure information to ensure patient/resident safety and comfort.

Operates and maintains effective functioning equipment related to patient/resident care such as bathtubs, scales and mechanical lifts.

Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients/residents and staff.

Assists in the orientation of new staff, students and other members of the Health Care Team.

Participates in continuous quality improvement and program evaluation activities, education sessions, team conferences, meetings and committees.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Graduate of a recognized practical nursing program or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Skills and Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to deal with others effectively.
Ability to organize work and implement a plan of care.
Knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice as currently required by the BCCNM, including administering medications.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

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Licensed Practical Nurse, Scope - Peace Arch Hospital