Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Acute Float Pool

Résumé du poste

Performs full scope of practical nursing functions including assessing, planning, and documenting client care within an interdisciplinary team. Supports Registered Nurses in caring for clients with unpredictable outcomes or complex acuity needs.

Détails du poste

minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs) Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and strengthening quality of care across the health system. mNPRs set the minimum number of nurses providing care to patients on a given unit. In British Columbia, mNPRs are developed in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the BC Nurses’ Union (BCNU) and health organizations. Guided by our values: We Care for Everyone, We Are Always Learning and We Strive for Better Results, we remain committed to fostering quality practice and learning environments where nurses can grow and thrive. Salary Details The salary range for this position is CAD $31.89/Hr. - CAD $40.15/Hr. Job Summary Come work as a Licensed Practical Nurse with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at the Acute Float Pool at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver, BC! Apply now to join the team! Practices within the context of a client and family centred care model and in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice for Licensed Practical Nurses. Working independently and collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary care team, performs full scope of practical nursing functions for clients with predictable outcomes within a designated area of specialty. This includes activities such as assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating and documenting client care, and providing support to clients and their families. Working collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary care team and under general supervision, supports the Registered Nurse in caring for clients with unpredictable outcomes or where the acuity or complexity of care requires an advanced level of knowledge and skill beyond the scope of practice for Licensed Practical Nurses. Maintains and advances clinical competence pursuant to the standards of practice of BCCNM for Licenced Practical Nurses. Qualifications Education & Experience Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses 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). Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to deal with others effectively. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. Ability to organize work. Ability to operate related equipment. Closing Statement The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required. WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2023.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. ***Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

Ce que vous ferez

Performs full scope of practical nursing functions including assessing, planning, and documenting client care within an interdisciplinary team. Supports Registered Nurses in caring for clients with unpredictable outcomes or complex acuity needs.

Exigences

Requires graduation from a recognized Practical Nurse program and current practicing registration with the BCCNM. Candidates must possess effective communication skills and the physical ability to perform all position duties.

Avantages

• Health benefits • Extended health • Dental • Municipal pension plan • Employer-paid training • Leadership development • Wellness supports • Counselling • Critical incident services • Recognition programs • Exclusive discount offers

Compétences indiquées

• Soins cliniques · Souhaitée
• assessment · Souhaitée
• Sens de l’organisation · Souhaitée
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Souhaitée
• Documentation · Souhaitée
• Communication · Souhaitée
• Care Planning · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Nursing
• Patient care
• Clinical competence
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Assessment
• Care planning
• Documentation
• Communication
• Organization
• Equipment operation
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Planning
• Research
• Teaching
• Closing Argument
• Integrated Care
• Innovation
• Leadership Development
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Midwifery
• Nursing Practices
• Writing
• Registration
• Teamwork

Domaines d’emploi

• Healthcare
• Government & Public Sector
• Licensed Practical Nurse
• Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse
• Nursing Associate Professionals
• Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses