Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope, Eagle Ridge Hospital

Fraser Health•Tri-Cities / Coquitlam / Port Coquitlam / Port Moody, British Columbia

3d•$33 - $45•Remote

About The Position

We are currently looking to fill a Full Time opportunity for a Licensed Practical Nurse at Home Health located in Port Moody, B.C. Are you a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope looking to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives? Are you ready to help patients regain their independence? Join our dynamic team at Home Health located in Port Moody, B.C., where you’ll play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for our patients. The Tri-Cities is an informal grouping of three lively suburban communities of Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody and two semi-rural residential areas of Belcarra and Anmore that have grown together and are each unique from the other. These stunning communities offer urban living in a picturesque natural setting - the ideal location for the avid city-goer and outdoor enthusiast. The centrally located area of the Tri-Cities offers the perfect hybrid for all lifestyles. 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.

Requirements

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).
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.

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.