In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), 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.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (OR Qualified) provides practical nursing services in an operating room environment as a member of an integrated surgical team performing varied and complex surgical interventions. Consults, confers, and collaborates with other members of the surgical team in facilitating safe and effective surgical interventions through the performance of circulating duties, and scrubbing in accordance with established standards and protocols. This includes pre-operative, intraoperative, and post-operative activities such as assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating and documenting client care, and providing support to clients and their families.

The LPN OR operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice with the Standards of Practice for LPNs as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and according to Employer's operating policies and standards and unit specific protocols.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BC College of Nurses and Midwives). Graduation from a recognized accredited OR program for Licensed Practical Nurses plus two (2)



years' recent related experience working as a Licensed Practical Nurse in acute medical/surgical care, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current basic cardiac life support certification.

Skills And Abilities

- Demonstrated knowledge and competencies of full scope of Practice currently required by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
- Tolerance for a climate of constant change, fast-paced activities, and diverse responsibilities.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with all members of the interdisciplinary team throughout all aspects of patient care.
- Demonstrated ability for good observation and patient/client assessment skills and recognizing the need to seek assistance when required.
- Strong interprofessional skills.
- Ability to collaborate with others effectively.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position including standing for long periods of time, pushing/pulling equipment and lifting equipment up to 25 lbs.
- Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work for self and others while also responding to and prioritizing the requests/needs of the surgical team.
- Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment including computer and a variety of windows based software and surgical equipment/supplies.
- Ability to think critically and problem solve.
- Provide culturally sensitive care and services.
- Ability to work independently and cooperatively as part of interdisciplinary teams.
- Maintain a commitment to continued career development as required by the employer and/or the College.

Job Requirements: https://jd.viha.ca/JD4563.pdf

📌 Licensed Practical Nurse - Operating Room (Victoria)
🏢 Island Health
📍 Victoria