Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Spinal Rehabilitation Inpatient Unit - GF Strong Rehabilitation Centre

Vancouver Coastal Health • Vancouver, BC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Spinal Rehabilitation Inpatient Unit at G.F. Strong Rehabilitation Centre. This role operates within a client and family-centred care model and adheres to the standards of practice set by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). The LPN will perform the full scope of practical nursing functions for clients with predictable outcomes, including assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of client care, as well as providing support to clients and their families. The LPN will also collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team and support the Registered Nurse in caring for clients with unpredictable outcomes or complex needs. The position requires maintaining and advancing clinical competence according to BCCNM standards. VCH is committed to fostering quality practice and learning environments, and is a world-class innovator in medical care, research, and teaching.

Requirements

• 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 British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Provide support to clients and their families.
• Work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary care team.
• Support 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.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree