Licensed Practical Nurse, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) - Royal Columbian Hospital

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Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose and Commitments of Fraser Health including service delivery that is centered around patients/clients/residents and families and in accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice, the Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) LPN provides nursing care for clients before, during and after undergoing TMS treatment for conditions that include treatment resistant depression, both by working independently and as a member of an integrated care team. Prepares client for treatment, assists with the informed consent process, administers the TMS treatment and/or provides nursing assistance to the physician administering the treatment, monitors client condition following treatment, and documents in accordance with organizational and professional standards. Supports smooth transitions to and from the clinic (Neurostimulation, Mental Health Centres, UCRC), organizes appointments, and liaises and coordinates treatment with various inpatient and community services. Participates on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects. May be required to travel to other sites as needed.

Education, Training & Experience

Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Successful completion of additional education in Mental Health & Substance Use as per the BCCNM limits and conditions for licensed practical nurses.

Successful completion of additional training in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).

Two (2) years’ recent experience providing acute or community health nursing care/services, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability in nursing practice related to clients with psychiatric illness who are undergoing TMS.
• Demonstrated knowledge of concurrent disorders, substance use and abuse, harm reduction strategies including assessment and intervention.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of conceptual models of psychiatric care including person and family centered care, recovery-oriented model in mental illness, and psychosocial rehabilitation methodology.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Mental Health Act as it applies to the rights and obligations of clients and staff.
• Demonstrated skill in nursing within an autonomous scope of practice and adherence to standards of care relevant to designated client population.
• Demonstrated skills in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in the development and delivery of educational programs and materials for clients and families based on education theories, principles, and best practices.
• Demonstrated computer literacy to operate a computerized client care information system as well as applicable word processing, spreadsheet, and database software applications.
• General knowledge of Trauma-Informed Practice and strengths-based care.
• Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety.
• Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.

People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.

We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.

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