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Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to join Richmond Bridge House in Richmond for a crisis short stay facility, delivering client and family centred care in line with the BCCNM standards. The LPN will work both independently and with an interdisciplinary team, assisting the RN/RPN on complex cases and carrying out essential nursing functions such as assessment, planning, implementation and documentation. Requirements include Grade 12, a recognized LPN program, current BCCNM registration, CPR, and at least one year in a community health setting. Tips for applicants: tailor your resume to crisis care, conflict management and teamwork, demonstrate adaptability and basic computer literacy, and highlight commitment to equity and inclusion. Apply via the Internal Career Portal; late internal applications are accepted after on-time candidates have been considered.
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NOW ACCEPTING LATE INTERNAL APPLICATIONS:
Please note that the internal competition for this position is now closed, however we are still accepting late applications from qualified internal candidates. Should you choose to apply, your application will only be considered after on-time internal applicants have been considered.
Description
JOB SUMMARY:Practices within the context of a client and family centred care model and in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice for Licensed Practical Nurses and the mission, vision, values and policies of the organization. Working independently and collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary care team performs full scope of practical nursing functions as outlined by BCCNM for clients with predictable outcomes within a crisis short stay facility. This includes activities such as assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating and documenting client care, and providing support to clients and their families.Working collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary care team and under general supervision assists the Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RN/RPN) 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 Licensed Practical Nurses. Maintains and advances clinical competence pursuant to the standards of practice of BCCNM for Licensed Practical Nurses.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Grade 12, graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses and one (1) year of recent related experience in a community health setting or an equivalent combination or education, training and experience. Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate.Knowledge & AbilitiesKnowledge of principles of mental health treatment within a client and family model of care.Knowledge of other facilities and mental health resources.Ability to deal effectively with conflict situations, manage aggressive behaviour and use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioural management techniques.Ability to establish and maintain rapport with patients.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 a multidisciplinary 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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At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025.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.
