LPN, Hope to Health Safe Consumption Site

The Hope to Health Clinic is now accepting applications for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at the Supervised Consumption site. The Supervised Consumption Site (SCS) is a unique harm reduction program embedded in the BC CfE's Hope to Health Complex/Research and Innovation Centre (R&I). The Hope to Health Clinic is a multidisciplinary clinic focused on providing primary and specialty care for patients/clients in the Downtown Eastside (DTES).

Responsibilities

Provide safe and respectful nursing care to an assigned group of patients/residents according to established policies and procedures; Conduct head-to-toe assessments, monitor and recognize abnormal signs or symptoms, and communicate with the RN/RPN when warranted; Communicate with physicians regarding assigned patients and carry out verbal and/or written orders; Document care provided, including assessments, progress, treatments, medications administered and discharge planning; Prepare patients for and receive patients from surgical and/or diagnostic procedures, transfers and admissions; Administer medications, including narcotics and excluding intravenous route, and monitor their effects; Use evidence-based resources to keep nursing knowledge and procedures up to date; Respond to incidents such as Codes, injuries or falls, hazardous spills, aggressive behavior and fire alarms; Assist with orientation of new staff and student preceptors; Identify patient and family strengths, limitations and needs, and involve them in decisions; Identify and respond to patient and family learning needs; Participate in care planning meetings, family conferences, and the development and evaluation of individualized care plans; Assist the team with discharge planning; Participate in staff meetings, special projects and relevant committees; Operate and/or clean care equipment, report malfunctions, and handle hazardous materials and sharps per procedures; Perform related clerical duties and other duties as assigned

Requirements

Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience; Registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant; Current basic cardiac life support certification; One year recent, related experience in providing addiction services in a health care setting or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience; Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) procedures appropriate for the area of service; Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; Ability to deal with others effectively; Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position; Ability to operate related equipment; Ability to work as a member in an interdisciplinary team; Ability to apply decision making and analytical skills; Ability to role model conflict resolution strategies; Ability to prioritize and organize work; Ability to teach and identify patient/resident learning needs

Benefits

Competitive salary; Growth opportunities for professional development; Inclusive culture; Meaningful impact with a commitment to sustainable practices; Comprehensive health benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance; Pension