Provide nursing care to an assigned group of patients/residents according to established policies and procedures and the Standards of Practice for LPNs in British Columbia.
Function as an independent practitioner while accessing RN/RPN support for increased acuity or care outside LPN scope.
Assist patients/residents in meeting physical, social, spiritual, and psychological needs consistent with Northern Health mission, vision, values, and established protocols.
Participate in developing care plans.
Conduct assessments.
Implement and evaluate nursing interventions.
Document information.
Act as an advocate for patients/residents.
Participate in meetings including care conferences.
Assist with orientation of new staff and students as required.
Respond and report incidents according to established procedures.
Perform clerical duties as needed
Requirements summary
Graduation from a recognized Practical Nurses program or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as a practicing LPN registrant.
Current basic cardiac life support certification.
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform CPR procedures appropriate for the area of service.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with others and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Ability to apply decision making and analytical skills.
Ability to role model conflict resolution strategies.
Ability to prioritize and organize work.
Ability to teach and identify patient/resident learning needs
Graduation from a recognized program for Practical NursesDocumentationEffective verbal and written communicationInterdisciplinary teamworkOperating related equipmentPhysical ability to carry out dutiesPrioritization and organizationCompassionate patient careDecision making and analytical skillsTeaching and identifying patient/resident learning needsIncident response and reportingClerical duties as neededAdvocacy for patients/residentsNursing care according to established policies and proceduresStandards of Practice for Licensed Practical Nurses of British ColumbiaIndependent practitioner within scope of practice
Job description
Position Summary
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 Chetwynd General 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. Qualfications
Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as a practicing LPN registrant.
Current basic cardiac life support certification. Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) procedures appropriate for the area of service.
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 operate related equipment.
Ability to work as a member in an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to apply decision making and analytical skills.
Ability to role model conflict resolution strategies.
Benefits
Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service
Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions
Employee referral program with attractive incentives
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
Comprehensive benefits including extended health and dental
Municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees
Casual employees have option of paying for benefits
Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions
Recognizing when care falls outside LPN scope and accessing RN/RPN support
Assessment, implementation, and evaluation of interventions
Care plan participation
Conflict resolution role modeling
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) procedures
Ability to prioritize and organize work.
Ability to teach and identify patient/resident learning needs. Where you will be working: Facility: Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Chetwynd Hospital and Health Centre Community: Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Chetwynd More about Northern Health Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC. What Northern Health Has to Offer You! Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions. Important Application Information Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
Program certificates or diplomas.
High school, college, or university transcripts.
Cover letter and resume (recommended). International Applicants Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants
