Licensed Practical Nurse - Powell River BC

Job summary

The LPN will provide safe admissions, manage medication protocols, and facilitate medical services for clients within a recovery-focused model. They will also participate in an interdisciplinary team to provide crisis intervention and clinical support.

Job details

JOB DESCRIPTION Are you an LPN who is looking for an opportunity to be a valued member of an interdisciplinary team? Are you dedicated to lifelong learning and a supportive team culture? If you answered yes, then join us at Sunshine Coast Health Centre and start your journey in Mental Health Nursing today! We are currently seeking a full-time LPN to add to our growing Nursing team. TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES For the past 6 years, SCHC has offered candidates additional education to support their practice in the field of Mental Health and Substance Use. The Douglas College LPN Mental Health Nursing certificate is our program of choice. REQUIREMENTS: * Diploma in practical nursing from a recognized school of nursing. * Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNM). * Education: Successful completion of Licensed Practical Nursing Program, communication skills training, basic PC skills, related field education/training, First Aid. * Certificates: First aid * Valid Driver's License to operate a vehicle within BC. Local area travel may require the use of a personal vehicle. ABILITIES/KNOWLEDGE/RESPONSIBILITIES: * To provide an efficient, safe admissions process * Ensuring checklists are complete, documentation is in order, and that all clients experience safe detox. * To process medication orders, doctor orders, and medication refills, and check all incoming orders as per medication protocols and procedures. * To provide access to medical services, including doctor appointments, blood work, lab work, and urine screens as needed. * Broad knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client/family centred model of care. * Maintain focus on the recovery model. * Broad knowledge of chemical dependency and a positive attitude toward chemically dependent clients and their rehabilitation. * Broad knowledge of behaviour management and ability to utilize non-violent crisis intervention strategies. * Broad knowledge of facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution techniques, and demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills. * Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques. * Demonstrated case management, teaching/training, clinical support and consultation skills. * Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing. * Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team environment. * Willingness to support team members and provide a positive professional role model for frontline staff. * Demonstrated ability to prioritize, manage time productively, work independently, and use a cooperative approach to program delivery. * Demonstrated ability to carry out the physical demands of the job. * Basic computer literacy. * Commitment to ongoing education/upgrade to training in the field of addiction. Other titles: LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse LPN, Nurse, Relocation Nurse, LPN Nurse. Job Types: Maternity leave coverage to start, moving into a full-time position Pay: $36.84-$41.35 per hour Additional pay: * Bonus pay * Overtime pay Benefits: * Company events * On-site childcare * On-site parking * Paid time off * RRSP match * Wellness program Schedule: * Rotation - 4 shifts on, 4 shifts off * 8 hour shift * Combination of days, evenings, nights * Holidays * On call Licence/Certification: * LPN (required) * Class 5 Licence (required) * CPR Certification (required) Work Location: In person

What you’ll do

The LPN will provide safe admissions, manage medication protocols, and facilitate medical services for clients within a recovery-focused model. They will also participate in an interdisciplinary team to provide crisis intervention and clinical support.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a diploma in practical nursing and current BCCNM registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse. A valid driver's license, First Aid certification, and CPR certification are also required.

Benefits

• Company events
• On-site childcare
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Wellness program
• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• crisis intervention · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Nursing
• Mental health nursing
• Substance use treatment
• Patient admissions
• Medication administration
• Crisis intervention
• Case management
• Conflict resolution
• CPR
• First aid
• Documentation
• Interdisciplinary teamwork
• Problem-solving
• Time management
• Communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Time Off Management
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Positivity
• First Aid Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• First Aid
• Teaching
• Mental Health
• Management
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Case Management
• Substance Dependence
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Conflict Resolution
• Crisis Intervention
• Detoxification
• Problem Solving
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Lifelong Learning
• Mediation
• Mental Health Nursing
• Rehabilitation
• Nursing Theories
• Time Management
• Writing
• Prioritization

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Licensed Practical Nurse
• Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse
• Nursing Associate Professionals
• Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

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