Licensed Practical Nurse Sunnyhill
About the role
Job Summary:
In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Licensed Practical Nurse, Sunnyhill, in collaboration with a registered nurse (RN), provides care to patients with known health problems and predictable outcomes. Duties include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care within a family centred, interdisciplinary clinical framework
Duties/Accountabilities:
1.Assesses and identifies patients’ and families’ actual potential strengths and limitations using physiological, psychological, social-cultural and spiritual needs by performing duties such as completing a nursing history and performing a head to toe assessment.
2.Contributes to the development and modification of individualized nursing care plans in collaboration with the RN and input from the family by performing duties such as formulating actual and potential patient problem lists, identifying short and long term goals, providing input to the RN regarding prioritizing care, identifying nursing interventions, and evaluating and monitoring patient and family responses to nursing interventions.
3.Delivers and collaborates in planning and coordinating the nursing care of patients by documenting and updating information about the patient’s condition, reporting problems and/or potential problems to an RN and /or physician and changing the patient’s condition as required, and completing admission, teaching, discharge and transfer sheets.
4.Reviews and interprets the established nursing plan of care, provides nursing care and assists patients with hygiene, grooming, toileting needs, ambulation and mobility, and feeding, and performs procedures such as dressing changes and medication administration to assigned patients according to established policies and procedures.
5.Follows diagnostic treatment plans including collecting specimens and preparing and caring for patients undergoing diagnostic tests, examinations, or procedures.
6.Participates in and supports patient and family teaching to patient care and discharge planning. Participates in the orientation of new LPN staff and LPN students, and assists in the orientation of other members of the health care team.
7.Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education, Training and Experience
- Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current full practicing licensure with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP).
Skills and 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.
About Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA)
PHSA plans, manages and evaluates selected specialty and province-wide health care services across B.C., working with the five geographic health authorities to deliver province-wide solutions that improve the health of British Columbians. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.
Our programs and services include: BC Cancer • BC Centre for Disease Control • BC Children's Hospital • Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children • BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services • BC Renal • BC Transplant • BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre • Cardiac Services BC • Perinatal Services BC • BC Emergency Health Services. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: https://jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth and development. • Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles. • Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources. • 13 annual statutory holidays with generous vacation entitlement and accruement. • PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position). • Perks including onsite fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.
PHSA is committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
Licensed Practical Nurse Sunnyhill
About the role
Job Summary:
In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Licensed Practical Nurse, Sunnyhill, in collaboration with a registered nurse (RN), provides care to patients with known health problems and predictable outcomes. Duties include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care within a family centred, interdisciplinary clinical framework
Duties/Accountabilities:
1.Assesses and identifies patients’ and families’ actual potential strengths and limitations using physiological, psychological, social-cultural and spiritual needs by performing duties such as completing a nursing history and performing a head to toe assessment.
2.Contributes to the development and modification of individualized nursing care plans in collaboration with the RN and input from the family by performing duties such as formulating actual and potential patient problem lists, identifying short and long term goals, providing input to the RN regarding prioritizing care, identifying nursing interventions, and evaluating and monitoring patient and family responses to nursing interventions.
3.Delivers and collaborates in planning and coordinating the nursing care of patients by documenting and updating information about the patient’s condition, reporting problems and/or potential problems to an RN and /or physician and changing the patient’s condition as required, and completing admission, teaching, discharge and transfer sheets.
4.Reviews and interprets the established nursing plan of care, provides nursing care and assists patients with hygiene, grooming, toileting needs, ambulation and mobility, and feeding, and performs procedures such as dressing changes and medication administration to assigned patients according to established policies and procedures.
5.Follows diagnostic treatment plans including collecting specimens and preparing and caring for patients undergoing diagnostic tests, examinations, or procedures.
6.Participates in and supports patient and family teaching to patient care and discharge planning. Participates in the orientation of new LPN staff and LPN students, and assists in the orientation of other members of the health care team.
7.Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education, Training and Experience
- Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current full practicing licensure with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP).
Skills and 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.
About Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA)
PHSA plans, manages and evaluates selected specialty and province-wide health care services across B.C., working with the five geographic health authorities to deliver province-wide solutions that improve the health of British Columbians. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.
Our programs and services include: BC Cancer • BC Centre for Disease Control • BC Children's Hospital • Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children • BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services • BC Renal • BC Transplant • BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre • Cardiac Services BC • Perinatal Services BC • BC Emergency Health Services. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: https://jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth and development. • Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles. • Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources. • 13 annual statutory holidays with generous vacation entitlement and accruement. • PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position). • Perks including onsite fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.
PHSA is committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.