Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Downtown Community Health Centre
- Vancouver, BC
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Work collaboratively across multiple sites, clinics, and services, or on outreach/home based visits within an integrated health service delivery model and interdisciplinary care team, to provide holistic care with primary care clients.
- Care for clients and families who are experiencing health challenges across the primary care continuum. In situations where client care needs are not stable or predictable, the LPN seeks direction/guidance from a Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Physician (MD).
- Work closely with the RN/RPN/NP/MD in direct care activities using a team-based care approach, such as assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating and documenting client care as part of the team and collaboratively with other Community Care Services.
- Establishe, maintain, and enhance therapeutic relationships based on respect.
- Support clients and their families to achieve and maintain optimal health.
- Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses. Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
- One (1) year of recent related experience or completion of a full final clinical placement in a community setting, working as a Licensed Practical Nurse providing care through a holistic mental health, substance use and/or primary care lens, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Valid BC Driver’s License preferred.
- Comprehensive knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.
- Demonstrated ability in dealing with a variety of situations and responsibilities requiring initiative, creativity and professional judgment.
- Ability to assess clients at risk and knowledge of appropriate acts; e.g. Mental Health Act, Adult Guardianship, Public Health Act as it relates to the rights and obligations of clients and staff.
- Knowledge and experience in providing culturally safe and competent care, specifically pertaining to Indigenous people.
- Knowledge and experience in Trauma Informed Practice, Harm Reduction and Recovery Oriented Care.
- Knowledge and practice within the standards dictated by the BCCNM for Licensed Practical Nurses.
- Broad knowledge of working with clients and family’s across the life span.
- Broad knowledge of Community resources and polices.
- Demonstrated ability to apply decision-making and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively deal with conflict situations.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Knowledge and experience with basic computer programs (Word, Microsoft Outlook). Demonstrated skill in clinical techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies.
- Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
- Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system.
- Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
- Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
- Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
- Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
- Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff