Licensed Practical Nurse

at  Island Health

Job Description:
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Under the direction of the program manager or designate and as a member of an interdisciplinary team, performs assessments and nursing procedures, provides support with developing, implementing and evaluating plans to meet the needs of the client. The LPN operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and according to agency operating policies and standards and unit specific protocols.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Grade 12
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
Class V BC Driver’s License
Certificates in CPR, Standard First Aid and Food Safe.
Recent, related experience of one year working with clients with mental illness.
Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience,
Or other qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
• Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.
• Ability to manage conflict.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

https://jd.viha.ca/JD109.pd

Please refer the Job description for details