Specialty Lpn Training Opportunity

1 week ago

Nanaimo, Canada Island Health Full time

Job Description:
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

This position represents a regular full time training opportunity (theory and practicum) to prepare staff to work within the Island Health Mental Health and Substance Use program. Upon completion of the training the staff member will be placed into a regular full time rotation line in Mental Health and Substance Use.

Note: There is an 18 month return of service requirement as a regular/permanent employee within the Island Health Mental Health and Substance Use program for which they have been trained. Staff may move between Island Health service areas within that program. The post-basic training program requires full time attendance.

Under the direction of the Coordinator or designate and as a member of an interdisciplinary team, performs assessments and nursing procedures, provides support with developing, implementing and evaluating plans to meet the needs of the client. The LPN operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and according to agency operating policies and standards and unit specific protocols.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education, Training And Experience**:

- Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
- Completion of additional education as outlined by BCCNM for practice where Mental Health and/or Substance Use are the primary diagnosis.
- Certificates in CPR, Standard First Aid and Food Safe.
- Recent, related experience of one year working with clients with mental illness.
- Valid BC Driver's License

**Skills And Abilities**:

- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Ability to organize and prioritize.
- Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
- Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.
- Ability to manage conflict.

**Job Requirements**:

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