Licensed Practical Nurse, MHSU

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Vancouver Coastal Health seeks a part-time Licensed Practical Nurse in the MHSU area, onsite in Vancouver, to work both independently and with an inter-professional team. Requirements include graduation from a recognized practical nursing program, current BCCNM registration, a valid BC driver’s license, and experience or training in mental health and substance use, trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and Indigenous cultural safety. A potential 8-week training may be offered with an 18-month post-training commitment and cost recovery if you leave early. Internal applicants are prioritized; apply through the Internal Career Portal with a targeted cover letter and resume focusing on MHSU experience and team-based care.

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TRAINING OPPORTUNITY

Should there be insufficient qualified candidates available for the above position, VCH may offer an 8-week training program. Cover letter and resume are required.

Candidates accepting this opportunity agree to remain with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) in the area of nursing applicable (MHSU) to the education program for which they are hired for at least 18 months subsequent to completing training.

This will ensure that candidates are able to consolidate and apply skills in the specialty area that VCH has supported and funded candidates to complete. In the event that a candidate leaves the area of nursing applicable to the education program for which they were hired for VCH in under 18 months, VCH will seek to recover the cost of the program.

Description

JOB SUMMARY:Within the context of a client and family-centred framework and continuum based care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice and the vision and values of the organization, including Indigenous Cultural Safety, cultural humility and anti-racism principles and in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN). Working independently and collaboratively as a member of an inter-professional care team performs optimized scope of practical nursing functions for clients with stable or predictable states of health within the designated area of care. This includes activities such as assessing, care planning, implementing, evaluating and documenting client care, and providing support to clients and their families. LPNs collaborate and care with clients and families who are experiencing health challenges related to, but not limited to, chronic disease, mental health, and substance use. Works collaboratively as a member of an inter-professional care team and in a team nursing approach with a Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RN/RPN) to care for clients with unpredictable outcomes or where the acuity or complexity of care requires a level of knowledge and skill beyond the scope of practice of an LPN. Maintains and advances clinical competence pursuant to the standards of practice of BCCNM for LPNs.QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses. Successful completion of additional education where Mental Health and/or Substance Use are the primary diagnosis as outlined by BCCNM or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience. Valid B.C. Driver's license and access to a personal vehicle for business-related purposes (including client accompaniment) as required.Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesDemonstrated knowledge of principles of mental health treatment within a client and family model of care.Demonstrated knowledge of other facilities and mental health resources.Comprehensive knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.Demonstrated knowledge and practice within the standards dictated by the BCCNM for Licensed Practical Nurses.Demonstrated knowledge of suicide and violence risk assessmentsDemonstrated knowledge of common symptoms of various mental health diagnosis.Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with conflict situations, manage aggressive behaviour and use violence prevention and behavioural management techniques.Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.General of knowledge Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-based care.Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety. Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safety care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.Demonstrated knowledge and ability to utilize recovery oriented models of care.Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain rapport with patients.Demonstrated ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.Ability to organize and prioritize.Ability to work under the pressure of interruptions and adapt to changes.Ability to problem solve and take initiative.Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of an inter-professional team.Ability to operate related equipment.Basic computer literacy to operate computerized patient care information system and word processing, Internet and e-mail software.Physical ability to perform the duties of the job.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

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Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.