Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Immunization

Job Overview

We are seeking compassionate, efficient, and detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our clinical team for the upcoming public health vaccination campaign. As a Nurse Immunizer, you will play a critical role in protecting our community by conducting pre-vaccine patient assessments, obtaining informed consent, safely administering biological products, and managing documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment & Consent: Perform clinical assessments of patients prior to vaccination, review medical histories for contraindications, and obtain valid informed consent.
• Vaccine Administration: Prepare and safely administer intramuscular (IM) and subcutaneous injections (primarily Influenza and COVID-19 vaccines) in accordance with the BCCNM Scope of Practice and BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) guidelines.
• Documentation & Data Entry: Accurately record all immunization data in ImmsBC (Immunization Management System for BC) and manage provincial adverse event reporting if required.
• Clinic Operations: Assist with clinic set-up, strict cold-chain vaccine management, inventory tracking, and clean-up.
• Patient Care: Monitor patients post-immunization for adverse reactions or anaphylaxis, providing immediate emergency intervention if necessary.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Active Registration: Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Immunization Certification: Proof of completion of a BCCNM-recognized immunization competency course (e.g., BCCDC Immunization Competency Course).
• Certifications: Current CPR Level C / BLS certification.
• Skills: Proficient with electronic health records and technology platforms (experience with ImmsBC is highly preferred).

Pay: $35.00-$45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Are you available weekends?

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence? (required)

Work Location: In person