Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - Langley Memorial Hospital

Fraser Health • Langley, WA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Fraser Health is hiring a part-time Licensed Practical Nurse for the 4 South Central Medicine team at Langley Memorial Hospital in Langley, British Columbia. Under the direction of the Manager, Clinical Operations or designate and as part of a multidisciplinary team, the LPN assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care. The position practices within the full scope and competency guidelines established by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), as well as agency policies, standards, and unit-specific protocols.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’/residents’ and families’ actual and potential strengths and limitations, including physiological, psychological, sociocultural, and spiritual needs.
• Provide a supportive environment, promote involvement in health care decisions, provide information and opportunities to discuss concerns, and respect personal choices.
• Contribute to developing and updating individualized plans of care, including participating in multidisciplinary care-planning meetings and family conferences.
• Provide nursing care according to policies, procedures, technology, and Fraser Health standards; evaluate outcomes; and record observations and report problems or changes to designated staff.
• Perform patient/resident admissions, discharges, and transfers according to agency policies and procedures.
• Document and update relevant care and procedure information to support patient/resident safety and comfort.
• Operate and maintain patient-care equipment, including bathtubs, scales, and mechanical lifts.
• Help maintain a safe and clean environment for patients/residents and staff.
• Assist with orientation of new staff, students, and other members of the health care team.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement and program evaluation, education sessions, team conferences, meetings, and committees.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to four weeks of vacation beginning in the first year.
• Comprehensive benefits paid 100% by the employer.
• Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan.
• Maternity top-up, subject to eligibility requirements.
• 50% subsidy on TransLink passes, subject to eligibility based on employment status.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed