Licensed Practical Nurse, Outreach

at  Fraser Health

Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $31.89 - $43.65 / hour Why Fraser Health?:
Fraser Health is the second largest health system in Canada with over 45,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers, and is the largest of five regional health authorities in British Columbia, providing hospital and community-based health services to nearly 2 million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.
We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the work force and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust. Curious to learn what it’s like to work here? Like us on Facebook (@fraserhealthcareers), follow us on Twitter & Instagram (@FHCareer), or connect with us on LinkedIn (fraserhealthcareers) for first-hand employee insights.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from a recognized program of Practical Nursing 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). Current First Aid, CPR, and Food Safe certificates.
Completion of or eligible to complete MHSU Competency Education.
Valid BC Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage.

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 patients.
• Ability to observe and recognize changes in patient condition.

• Administers oral, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications in accordance with pharmaceutical and organizational policies and procedures.
• Assesses and monitors the patient’s actual and potential strengths and limitations including physiological, psychological, socio-cultural and spiritual needs on an ongoing basis.
• Provides a supportive environment for the client; contributes to the development and modification of client’s plan of care; attends and provides input into interdisciplinary care planning meetings.
• Plans, organizes and establishes client care plan priorities when providing care; responds to unexpected events and changing client needs within scope of practice and competency guidelines.
• Provides nursing care to clients, both in their homes and in the community, according to identified policies and procedures, technology and Fraser Health standards; evaluates outcomes, records observations and reports problems and/or changes to designated staff.
• Documents and updates relevant care and procedures information to ensure patient safety.
• Assists clients with activities of daily living such as serving meals and feeding, client transports, bathing, dressing, skin care, toileting needs; oversees client exercise routines, as applicable.
• Participates in quality improvement and program activities to maintain consistent level of care and to ensure that interdisciplinary team members work collaboratively.
• Maintains a safe working environment for the patient and others by adhering to established safety policies; reports unsafe conditions and/or malfunctioning equipment.
• Assists in the orientation and education of new staff, students and other members of the interdisciplinary team, in collaboration with the Manager or designate.
• Performs other related duties as assigned