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The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing nursing care to an assigned group of patients according to established policies and standards, functioning as an independent practitioner while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team for complex cases. Responsibilities include assisting patients with physical, social, spiritual, and psychological needs, participating in care plan development, assessments, interventions, documentation, and acting as a patient advocate.
Requirements
Candidates must be a Licensed Practical Nurse dedicated to compassionate patient care, operating under the supervision of a Program Lead or designate within the framework of Northern Health's mission and values. The role requires adherence to the Standards of Practice for the Licensed Practical Nurses of British Columbia.
Working hours
24 hours per week
Skills
- Nursing Care
- Patient Care
- Care Planning
- Patient Assessment
- Intervention Implementation
- Documentation
- Patient Advocacy
- Care Conferences
- Incident Reporting
- Clerical Duties
Visa sponsorship
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Keywords
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- LPN
- Med Surg
- Nursing
- Patient Care
- Compassionate Care
- Interdisciplinary Team
- Standards of Practice
- Patient Acuity
- Clinical Intervention
- Care Plans
- Patient Advocacy
- Shift Rotation
- Full-time
- Health Care Provider
- Hospital
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 Ksyen Regional Hospital.
In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Program Lead or designate and working in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing nursing care to an assigned group of patients/residents according to established policies and procedures and the Standards of Practice for the Licensed Practical Nurses of British Columbia. The LPN functions as an independent practitioner, while recognizing situations such as increased patient acuity or care that falls outside the scope of an LPN as appropriate for accessing the RN/RPN for collaborative support and/or clinical intervention. The LPN assists patients/residents in meeting their physical, social, spiritual, and psychological needs consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Northern Health (NH) and established protocols. Participates in developing care plans, conducting assessments, implementing, and evaluating interventions, documenting information, and acting as an advocate for patients/residents. Participates in a variety of meetings including care conferences and assists with orientation of new staff and students as required. Responds and reports incidents according to established procedures and performs clerical duties as needed.
Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Nights, 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 (rotating)
