Original job description
Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Licensed Practical Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at the University Hospital of Northern BC.
In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the LPN works closely with the care team in direct care activities such as assessing. Planning, implementing, evaluating interventions, and coordinating health services for the Emergency Department patients. Participates in discharge and/or care planning, functions as a patient advocate, and teaches patients and their families about illness/injury and overall health promotion and wellness. Enhances quality of life from the perspective of the patient/family. Establishes, maintains, and enhances therapeutic relationships based on respect. Under a team-based model, provides care to patients across the lifespan, and their families, based on stable and/or predictable states of health by initiating and following established plans of care. Recognizes and responds to unexpected patient outcomes by communicating and collaborating with other members of the healthcare team. Documents care provided and response to incidents in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Emergency Department expectations. Consults, confers, and collaborates with other health care providers as needed.
Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Nights, 07:00 to 19:15, 19:00 to 07:15 (rotating)
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Responsibilities
Provide direct nursing care to Emergency Department patients across the lifespan, following established plans of care and assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating interventions. Coordinate care, support discharge planning, educate and advocate for patients and families, collaborate with the healthcare team, and document care and patient responses.
Requirements
The posting seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse dedicated to compassionate patient care and able to work under the general supervision of a manager or designate. It does not specify education, licensing details beyond the LPN title, or a minimum experience requirement.
Skills
- Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Care Planning
- Implementing Care Interventions
- Evaluating Care Interventions
- Care Coordination
- Discharge Planning
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient And Family Education
- Health Promotion
- Therapeutic Relationships
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Clinical Documentation
- Emergency Nursing
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Keywords
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- LPN
- Emergency Department
- Emergency Nursing
- Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Care Planning
- Care Coordination
- Discharge Planning
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient And Family Education
- Health Promotion
- Wellness
- Therapeutic Relationships
- Team-Based Care
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Outcomes
- Healthcare Services
