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Title posted on indeed.com - Clinical Nurse (LPN)
Posted on June 18, 2024 by Employer details Vancouver Infectious Diseases Centre (VIDC)
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*Clinic Description:* The Vancouver Infectious Diseases Centre (VIDC) is a medical and research centre that uses a multidisciplinary care model for the delivery of specialty health care providing expert, state-of-the art diagnosis and treatment of chronic infectious diseases and related conditions (including addiction and pain management), with a focus on HIV and HCV infections. VIDC particularly seeks to engage more vulnerable patients in a multi-disciplinary environment of health care. We provide peer-friendly education about disease, state-of-the-art antiviral medications and comprehensive support during and after treatment within an open, flexible and community-based holistic approach. Services are provided in English and French. *Job Responsibilities and Description:* VIDC is seeking a dynamic nurse (LPN) to support our patient engagement initiatives in a fast-paced medical setting ? with a specific focus on HIV, HCV, Opioid Agonist Therapy and other related health conditions. The LPN provides care to clients based on verifiable outcomes which can be managed by following an established plan of care or under the direction/supervision of the Medical Director. *Expectations and Tasks:* Clinical Tasks: · Assess and triage patients requiring Opioid Agonist Therapy · Assess and evaluate patients for HIV and HCV engagement and treatment · Evaluate patients for potential participation in clinical trials and assist Clinical Research Coordinators in research-related procedures · Perform clinical procedures including, coordination of medications, phlebotomy, ECGs etc. · Perform Fibroscan testing for liver fibrosis assessments · Administer Sublocade injections · Administer immunizations, and regular injections of vitamins or medications · Provide clinical support for vaccinations, physical assessments, STD screening/treatment, wound care and other nursing-related duties. · Provide clinical support to infectious disease specialists and Registered Nurse (RN) · Provide support to the Registered Nurse (RN) in interacting with community, academic, and governmental partners in promoting the mission of VIDC Outreach Tasks: · Participant in the weekly HCV Support Groups and provide education on a health topic to patients · Participate in weekly Community Pop-Up Clinics (CPCs) to provide point-of-care HCV and HIV testing in the Downtown Eastside community and in other suburban areas within BC · Participate in HIV/HCV monthly educational workshops to provide education and testing in communities · Work closely with the Program Assistant to coordinate the details for Support Group, CPCs and other outreach events or health fairs · Assist patients with applications for: housing, nutrition, outreach resources etc. *Skills/ Experience:* - OAT experience an asset - Addiction patient experience an asset - Ability to use Excel spreadsheets - Strong communication skills are required - Ability to work independently required Job Type: Full-time Salary: From $28.00 per hour Benefits: * Dental care * Employee assistance program * Extended health care * Paid time off * RRSP match Flexible Language Requirement: * French not required Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday * No weekends Supplemental pay types: * Bonus pay Ability to commute/relocate: * Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) Education: * Bachelor's Degree (preferred) Licence/Certification: * LPN/RPN (required) Work Location: One location Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $26.00-$34.00 per hour Benefits: * Casual dress * Dental care * Extended health care * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision care Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday * No weekends Application question(s): * Do you have Phlebotomy certification? Education: * AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred) Licence/Certification: * CPR Certification (preferred) * LPN/RPN (required) Work Location: In person- LocationVancouver, BC
- Salary$26.00 to $34.00HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source indeed.com #9328416670
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