Master information
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Position: Not specified
Start: As soon as possible
End: Not specified
Location: Fort St. John, Canada
Method of collaboration: Project only
Hourly rate: Not specified
Latest update: Apr 30, 2024
Task description and requirements
- Clinical nursing assessments during the patient intake and discharge process as per facility policies and procedures.
- Gathering of medical /mental health / substance use history
- Collection of urine for substance screening, HCG testing or urinalysis
- Administration of breathalyzer test
- Provide nursing care and interventions, vital sign monitoring, and medication administration for patients during medically supervised detox process as per facility protocols utilizing withdrawal assessment tools including CIWA-AR, CIWA-B and COWS.
- Provide nursing care, interventions, and monitoring of acute or chronic conditions, administer scheduled and PRN medications as per facility to CORE Programming patients.
- Perform First Aid; respond to acute emergent situations and administration of emergency medications as required, such as epinephrine or naloxone, as per facility standing orders and protocols.
- Document nursing assessments, nursing care, behaviors and related progress in KIPU electronic medical record system.
- Communicate with physician regarding acute medical concerns, medication orders, detox protocols, patient progress, medical services required and discharge prescriptions.
- Schedule, coordinate and document physician and Lab appointments.
- Weekly medication and medical supply order.
- Collaborate with Physician, Clinical Counselors, Aftercare and Admissions Coordinators, Support Staff, and the Administrative Team via telephone, email, Microsoft Teams, KIPU documentation and in-person meetings to maintain continuity of care.
- Administrative tasks such as creating patient identification labels, updating / photocopying /printing forms or documents using Microsoft Office.
- Participate in quality assurance programs, assist in establishment and updating of policy and procedures, preparation of reports as needed.
- General cleaning / sanitizing of patient rooms after discharge. Typical tasks include items such as cleaning / sanitizing of high touch surfaces, bedside tables, bedmaking and providing clean linens.
- General cleaning / sanitization of the patient lounge, Nursing office, bathroom and medication administration area.
- Certificate from a recognized Health Care Worker educational program such as Community Health
- Worker Program and/or experience in related field an asset.
- Trauma informed training/experience an asset.
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent diploma.
- Must be able to read and write and communicate verbally and in writing.
- Must be able to understand and follow directions.
- Must have good hearing and eyesight.
- Valid First Aid/CPR Level C.
- Clear Criminal record check through the Ministry of Justice.
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License in good standing
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program through LifeWorks
- Competitive paid time off policies, including a paid day off on your birthday
- Access to in-house fitness facilities where applicable or discounted external gym memberships
- Perks and discounts with Perkopolis – entertainment, home/auto/pet insurance
- Personal and professional development through our Education Support Assistance program
- Nationwide presence allows for supportive relocation opportunities
- Defined Benefit pension through CAAT with up to a 4% employer contribution
- Maternity and parental leave top-up
- Access to discounts at Kids & Co. Daycare