Licensed Practical Nurse

SCOPE AND LEVEL DEFINITION

Within the context of a Licensed Care setting ICMHA provides homes for people living with mental illness and concurrent disorders. McCauley Lodge is home to 30 people over the age of 35 who are often living with additional health conditions associated with aging in place. Greenridge and Eagle Rock is home to 16 residents under the age of 35yrs. These homes are transitional in nature (2 years) as residents work towards independence and skill building using a Psychosocial Rehabilitation model.

TYPICAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care to meet the needs of clients in accordance with competency guidelines within the established standards of practice and current legislative scope of practice;

•Participates, as a member of an interdisciplinary team, by providing clinical input in the development, implementation, assessment and evaluation of client care plans. Attending care plan meetings and modifies care plans under the supervision and direction of the RN/RPN;

•Reporting to and following the directives of the Provider, the RN/RPN, and the DOLCO;

•Ensure compliance with all relevant health care regulations and standards, including those set out by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM);

•Administers medication to residents and provides medication reminders, in accordance with regulatory body (BCCNM) requirements and organizational policies and procedures;

•supervise Mental Health workers and community support workers who assist with aspects of ADL's

•Safe administration of medication, including injections, and conducts follow up assessment, intervention, and documentation;

•Observes clients and their environments, ensures pertinent information and significant clinical changes are communicated in a timely manner to the Director of Care, Manager and team;

•Monitors safety and reports risks, near misses, incidents, accidents and unsafe and/or hazardous conditions to the RN/RPN and the DOLCO;

•Provides support and feedback to clients and their families;

•Completes and maintains all documentation such as progress notes, observations, incident reporting, nursing interventions and client charting according to established standards, regulations, policies and procedures, ensuring confidentiality is maintained according to ICMH policy;

•Documents information including relevant clinical data, assessment information, treatment plans, progress reports and care plans manually and/or in a computerized environment (Point Click Care);

•Maintains an up to date knowledge of policies and procedures, particularly those concerning the administration and recording of medications, licensing, safety and emergency procedures;

•Accompanies residents to psychiatric and specialist appointments, reporting back to the Director of Care where necessary;

•Liaises with care providers to schedule appointments;

•Provides to clients a variety of clinical interventions such as life skill development, recreational activities, self-management techniques, engaging family, etc.;

•Verify, process and execute orders as per the client’s Provider (physician/psychiatrist);

•Advocate for resident rights and access to high quality mental health care;

•Participates in the Nurse-on-Call rotation;

•Performs other related duties as assigned including MHW tasks and meal prep/delivery roles

Requirements

· Minimum two (2) years related experience in a Mental Health setting is preferred (Mental Health education available if needed);

· Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses,

· Current full practicing license with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of BC (CLPNBC) in good standing

· Certificates in CPR and First Aid, preferred

· Class 5 Driver’s License, ASIST, Violence Prevention, Motivational Interviewing, and Harm Reduction an asset

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

· Clear criminal record check (Solicitor General) and TB test;

· Up-to-date on Provincial immunization schedule

· Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and ASIST certifications would be considered an asset

CORE COMPETENCIES

· Diversity and Inclusion

· Professional Skills

· Psychosocial Rehabilitation, Supporting Practices and Recovery Oriented Services

· Equity and Social Participation

· Facilitating Change and Providing Leadership

· Demonstrates awareness of own cultural values and biases, diversity and individual beliefs and experiences

· Demonstrates practical skills for enhancing cultural safety

· Demonstrates ethical, legal practices, and professional behaviour

· Communicates effectively

· Maintains personal wellness to assure the effective provision of services to others

· Assures competence through life-long learning and on-going professional development

· Understands mental illness and its impact on individuals

·Has the ability to form effective relationships with individuals and their supporters

· Understands and coaches individuals in applying effective techniques in Psychosocial Rehabilitation and recovery

· Understands and can implement evidence based and evidence informed PSR practices as essential tools for recovery

· Has knowledge and understanding of major types and recovery-enhancing interventions/approaches and their contributions to recovery

· Assesses individual needs, creates PSR and recovery oriented plans and measures outcomes

· Has system navigational knowledge and skills and connects and coordinates with community resources and services

·Works with individuals to maximize access to work leisure, education, and community

· Fosters recovery, well-being, and equity within systems and across the social determinants of health

· Promotes application of recovery oriented PSR in practice

Benefits

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Pay:  CA$32.84-CA$41.35 per hour