Specialty Education, Licensed Practical Nurse (lpn), Emergency

Position Summary

Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for this position

Do you have a passion for nursing? Do you want to extend your nursing knowledge? We have a training opportunity that may interest you! We are seeking a motivated Licensed Practical Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team in the Emergency department at Fort Nelson General Hospital.

Working within an interdisciplinary clinical framework in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) Standards of Practice for a Licensed Practical Nurse, the LPN works closely with the care team in direct care activities such as assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating interventions, and coordinating health services for the Emergency Department patients. Participates in discharge and/or care planning, functions as a patient advocate, and teaches patients and their families about illness/injury and overall health promotion and wellness. Establishes, maintains, and enhances therapeutic relationships based on respect. Under a team-based model, provides care to patients across the lifespan, and their families, based on stable and/or predictable states of health by initiating and following established plans of care. Recognizes and responds to unexpected patient outcomes by communicating and collaborating with other members of the healthcare team. Documents care provided and response to incidents in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Emergency Department expectations. Consults, confers, and collaborates with other health care providers as needed.

Northern Health In-House Emergency Training Program Details

Regional Emergency Department Education Program (REDEP)

The Northern Health Regional Emergency Department Education Program (REDEP) utilizes a standardized, evidence-informed online curriculum offered by Elsevier, called Emergency Nursing Orientation (ENO). REDEP combines Elsevier's ENO online curriculum with a skills/simulation lab and clinical practicum to prepare registered nurses to provide safe and competent emergency nursing care, at a novice level. Preparation will be accomplished by:

1. Introducing the basic topics, concepts, and practice guidelines that are fundamental to emergency nursing.
2. Developing the specialized skills, knowledge, attitudes, and judgement required to provide safe, competent, and individualized care to the emergency patient.
3. Promoting professionalism in emergency nursing.

There are 2 training positions available for 2024/2025. Northern Health provides placement support and funding for tuition, textbooks, and travel expenses for clinical placements, as required. Successful candidates may be required to complete pre-requisite courses through part-time distance education, on their own time, prior to assuming this position. Learners should expect to make a 4 month commitment for this education, which includes online and in-person learning. Additional study time, outside of scheduled hours, may be required to successfully complete the program. Flexibility for practicums is necessary. Prior experience on an acute care ward (i.e. medical/surgical) preferred. Current BLS certification within a year is mandatory prior to the skills/simulation. Preference for participants who have completed an electrocardiogram (ECG) course prior to beginning REDEP. Applicants must successfully complete the education program prior to working in the department. Upon successful completion of the education program, Northern Health requires an eighteen (18) month return of service in a regular position in the area of nursing applicable to the education program. Qualified applicants will be considered first for specialty positions. If there are no qualified applicants, training lines will be awarded to unqualified applicants and training will be provided. Please indicate the site you are applying for on your cover letter.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days - 08:00 to 16:00

Fort Nelson General Hospital is an important health centre for the north. The hospital houses 25 Acute Care beds and 8 Long-term beds. Services include:

• Lab and X-ray facilities
• Community Counselling Services
• Minor Surgery
• Physiotherapy
• Massage Therapy
• Regular visitation from a pediatrician

Fort Nelson is located in the northernmost reaches of the Rocky Mountains, has magnificent scenery and landscapes. The main industries are forestry, natural gas, transportation, and tourism. The population is approximately 3,370. Fort Nelson is a charming and friendly community with genuine personality.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service.
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession).
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position. Examples may include:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses and one (1) year recent experience working in a related area of care.
• Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrate ability in nursing practice related to caring for patients in the Emergency Department.
• Demonstrated knowledge of pathophysiology related to common diagnosis related to designated patient group.
• Demonstrated ability to perform nursing assessments and interventions related to common diagnosis and specific clinical situations relevant to the designated patient group.
• Demonstrated ability to make sound clinical judgements to provide safe ethical patient care.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize potential complications and care issues relevant to the designated patient group.
• Demonstrated ability in correct usage of equipment and maintains competency in working with relevant medical equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to document patient care on appropriate systems/forms in accordance with organizational and unit standards.
• Demonstrated skills in patient/family centered care planning, patient/family engagement and education.
• Demonstrated skill in performing LPN Scope of Practice and standards of care relevant to the designated patient population.
• Physical Ability to perform the position.

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.