26 Oct
Provincial Health Services Authority
Port Coquitlam
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Patient Care Unit, Correctional Health Services
BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services
Port Coquitlam, BC
As of April 1, 2024 this position may qualify for a one-time recruitment incentive up to $15,000, $20,000 or $30,000 (subject to funding availability). To learn more about this incentive and if you qualify, please ask your Talent Acquisition Advisor at [email protected]!
What you’ll do
- Establish therapeutic relationships with clients. Assess and identify client’s actual and potential strengths and limitations including physiological, psychological, social-cultural and spiritual needs. Provide emotional support as needed.
- Contribute to the development and modification of individualized care plans by identifying client priorities/plans and suggest revisions of the nursing care plan as required for stable clients.
- Perform a variety of nursing procedures such as taking blood pressures, heights and weights, and urine testing as directed; and communicates patient information to in-charge nurses (RN/RPN), physicians, and other appropriate members of the team.
- Monitor status of client’s in relation to anticipated outcomes. Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions by comparing actual outcomes to anticipated outcomes. Report unanticipated changes and concerns to the nurse-in-charge.
- Maintain complete and accurate computerized and paper records through methods such as tracking results/consults documentation, and inputting data and documentation in accordance with established procedures and policies appropriately on the client’s health record.
- Review the medication administration record for each client and checks with the nurse-in-charge or the physician regarding any concerns.
- Store all client medications according to standards and agency directives.
- Deliver medications consistent with the written care plan, physician orders and in accordance with the standards of BCCNM and established procedures; assess their effectiveness and documents all client medications.
- Assist RN/RPN and physicians in the performance of various examinations, treatments and diagnostic procedures such as physical examinations. Assist RN/RPNs in caring for clients with unpredictable outcomes or where the acuity or complexity of care requires an advanced level of knowledge and skill beyond the scope of practice for LPN.
- Work in collaboration with the treatment team to assist the client with his/her program requirements by methods such as monitoring program requirements and motivational interviewing.
- Ensure that infection control protocols are followed by all clients and personnel by observing behaviours. Handle, store, and dispose of workplace hazardous materials and sharps in accordance with established procedures.
- Perform regular security functions to maintain the safety and security of clients, staff, and the general public at all times and take immediate action to mitigate risks, as well as reporting all real and potential risk issues. Assess individual client risks factors and incorporates risk mitigation strategies into client’s care plans in order to optimize safety and security for staff, other clients and the general public.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
What you bring
Qualifications
- Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses plus 1 year of experience working with offenders and/or in secure health care settings, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current full practicing licensure with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
- Occupational First Aid Level 2 certification (OFA Level 3 certification for positions at the Ford Mountain Correctional Centre)
Skills & Knowledge
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively
- Ability to organize work and follow instructions accurately.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
- Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
- As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).
*If you are a new grad (graduated in the last 18 months and have NOT completed the new grad program at another health authority), we ask all new grads apply to one posting.
You can find the posting and more information about our new grad program through this link:http://www.phsa.ca/careers/nursing-careers/new-graduate-nursing-careers*
What we bring
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, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
- 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.
- Annual statutory holidays (13) 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).
- Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.
Job Type: Regular,
Full-Time
Wage: $32.84 - $41.35/hour
Location: 1451 Kingsway Avenue, Port Coquitlam BC, V3C 1S2
Hours of Work: Rotating, 0500-1530/1300-2330
Requisition # 173712E
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