Fraser Health

Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope, Eagle Ridge Hospital

Fraser Health$68K — $93K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of a recognized practical nursing program or equivalent education and experience.
  • Current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with BCCNM.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to manage interactions with patients, families, and health care team members.
  • Organizational skills to implement care plans efficiently.
  • Full competency in nursing practices, including medication administration.
  • Proficient in operating nursing-related equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Assess patients' strengths and limitations across multiple dimensions.
  • Create a supportive environment, facilitating patient and family involvement in care decisions.
  • Contribute to individual care plans and participate in multidisciplinary meetings.
  • Deliver nursing care per established policies, evaluating outcomes and reporting changes.
  • Manage patient admissions, discharges, and transfers following agency protocols.
  • Document care activities and updates in a timely manner for patient safety.
  • Operate and maintain medical equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
  • Ensure safety and cleanliness in patient care environments.
  • Assist with the orientation of new team members.
  • Participate in quality improvement and educational activities.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
  • Engagement in continuous quality improvement initiatives.
  • Diverse patient care settings enhancing professional experience.
  • Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
Full Job Description
Salary range
The salary range for this position is CAD $32.84 - $44.96 / hour Detailed Overview

Under the direction of the Manager, Clinical Operations or designate and in collaboration as a member of a multidisciplinary team; performs assessments, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care. The LPN operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), and according to agency operating policies and standards and unit specific protocols.

Responsibilities
  • Assesses patient/resident/family's actual and potential strengths and limitations including physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual needs.
  • Provides a supportive environment for patient/resident/family. Promotes patient/resident/family involvement in health care decisions; provides information and opportunity to discuss concerns; respects personal choices.
  • Contributes to the development and ongoing changes to the individualized plan of care, including attending and providing input into multidisciplinary care planning meetings and family conferences.
  • Provides nursing care according to identified policies and procedures, technology and FHA standards and evaluates outcomes. Records observations and reports problems and/or changes to designated staff.
  • Performs admissions, discharges, and transfers of patients/residents according to agency operating policies and procedures.
  • Documents and updates all relevant care and procedure information to ensure patient/resident safety and comfort.
  • Operates and maintains effective functioning equipment related to patient/resident care such as bathtubs, scales and mechanical lifts.
  • Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients/residents and staff.
  • Assists in the orientation of new staff, students and other members of the Health Care Team.
  • Participates in continuous quality improvement and program evaluation activities, education sessions, team conferences, meetings and committees.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Qualifications

    Education and ExperienceGraduate of a recognized practical nursing program or 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).Skills and Abilities

    • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
    • Ability to deal with others effectively.
    • Ability to organize work and implement a plan of care.
    • Knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice as currently required by the BCCNM, including administering medications.
    • Ability to operate related equipment.
    • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

    About Fraser Health

    Fraser Health is a publicly-funded healthcare system that provides services to over 1.8 million people in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the largest and fastest-growing health authorities in Canada, with over 38,000 employees and 12 hospitals. Fraser Health provides a wide range of services, including acute care, mental health and substance use, public health, and home and community care. The organization is committed to improving the health of the population it serves through innovation, collaboration, and a focus on patient-centered care.
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