Job Description

Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $32.84 - $44.96 / hour Why Fraser Health?:

Are you a

dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (Full Scope)

ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients? Do you thrive in a team-oriented environment focused on helping individuals regain independence and live with dignity?

Join our compassionate and collaborative team at

Eagle Ridge Hospital

, where your contributions will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for those we serve.

We are currently hiring

Casual Licensed Practical Nurses

to support various units throughout

Eagle Ridge Hospital

. This posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies across the facility.

Unit preference?

Please specify your preferred unit(s) in the screening questions when applying to ensure your application is considered accordingly.

Experience the exceptional benefits of working with us including:

Comprehensive, 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with full coverage. Generous Vacation Time: eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation to recharge and relax. Benefit Portability: Seamlessly transfer your benefits from another HEABC employer. Immediate Pension Enrollment: Secure your future with a defined municipal pension plan from day one. Maternity Top-Up: Receive an 87% top-up during maternity leave. TransLink Pass Subsidy: Save on commuting costs with a 50% subsidy on TransLink passes

Additional employee discounts and perks available

Eligibility based on employment status

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 Experience

Graduate 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.