Description
As a valued member of the team, the
Licensed Practical Nurse
demonstrates a commitment to the quality of resident care by providing services in accordance with the organization’s vision, mission, and values. This position is accountable for the provision of optimum care services related to resident care needs, delivery of skilled procedures, medication administration and documentation in accordance with quality management, legislative requirements, and the organization standards. This is a
Permanent Part-Time
position with
62 bi-weekly hours . Schedule: Thurs: 1530-2200 Fri: 1530-2200 Sat: 1200-1900 Sun: 1200-1900 Mon: 1530-2200 Wage Leveling rate of pay
$32.84 per hour
until such time that wage leveling ends, then the pay rate will reflect the collective agreement pay rates. Responsibilities
Maintain accountability for the nursing and personal care of residents within the scope of training and licensure; Assume responsibility for notifying family / responsible party of any significant change in a resident’s condition; Maintains resident records and required documentation in accordance with policies and procedures and legislative requirements; Administers medications as prescribed in accordance with pharmacy policies & procedures and observes changes in condition and reports them to the Manager of Wellness; Seeks direction from the Manager of Wellness when resident need exceeds experience or scope of practice. Exercises sound nursing judgment by reporting any change in resident’s status in a timely manner to the Manager of Wellness as necessary, and takes appropriate action. Monitors the safekeeping of drugs and narcotics, and ensures narcotic count is correct; Reports incidents / near misses, illness or problems with residents to the Manager of Wellness / General Manager; Reports all transfers to hospital or deaths immediately to the Manager of Wellness / General Manager; Complete and maintain routine or adhoc clinical assessment of residents as assigned by Manager of Wellness. Greet all visitors and family members in a positive and supportive manner requesting if they need assistance of any kind; Promotes and maintains positive communication and relationships among team members; Demonstrates personal attributes and communication skills that foster customer satisfaction at all times and monitors team member performance in relation to customer service. Fosters positive interactions with residents, families and visitors; Facilitates problem solving of resident / family concerns or complaints that arise and ensures complaints are communicated to the Manager of Wellness / General Manager; Assists with the orientation of new residents to help facilitate a smooth transition to the home. Adheres to organizations policies, procedures, practices; Facilitates calm reaction and resolution to problems that arise or emergency situations; Participates in Quality Improvement activities as assigned by Manager of Wellness; Assume responsibility for replacing team members as required Continually assesses his/her own nursing practice and learning needs. Participates in and attends in-service programs provided by the community as well as conferences, seminars, and workshops. Works with the resident, family members, and interprofessional team to systematically collect data for the health history on admission, readmission, and change in status, and provides ongoing assessment and appropriate documentation. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Diploma in Practical Nursing. Current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses BC. Current First Aid with CPR. 3-5 years of experience as an LPN. Leadership experience is an asset. All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Records Check.
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As a valued member of the team, the
Licensed Practical Nurse
demonstrates a commitment to the quality of resident care by providing services in accordance with the organization’s vision, mission, and values. This position is accountable for the provision of optimum care services related to resident care needs, delivery of skilled procedures, medication administration and documentation in accordance with quality management, legislative requirements, and the organization standards. This is a
Permanent Part-Time
position with
62 bi-weekly hours . Schedule: Thurs: 1530-2200 Fri: 1530-2200 Sat: 1200-1900 Sun: 1200-1900 Mon: 1530-2200 Wage Leveling rate of pay
$32.84 per hour
until such time that wage leveling ends, then the pay rate will reflect the collective agreement pay rates. Responsibilities
Maintain accountability for the nursing and personal care of residents within the scope of training and licensure; Assume responsibility for notifying family / responsible party of any significant change in a resident’s condition; Maintains resident records and required documentation in accordance with policies and procedures and legislative requirements; Administers medications as prescribed in accordance with pharmacy policies & procedures and observes changes in condition and reports them to the Manager of Wellness; Seeks direction from the Manager of Wellness when resident need exceeds experience or scope of practice. Exercises sound nursing judgment by reporting any change in resident’s status in a timely manner to the Manager of Wellness as necessary, and takes appropriate action. Monitors the safekeeping of drugs and narcotics, and ensures narcotic count is correct; Reports incidents / near misses, illness or problems with residents to the Manager of Wellness / General Manager; Reports all transfers to hospital or deaths immediately to the Manager of Wellness / General Manager; Complete and maintain routine or adhoc clinical assessment of residents as assigned by Manager of Wellness. Greet all visitors and family members in a positive and supportive manner requesting if they need assistance of any kind; Promotes and maintains positive communication and relationships among team members; Demonstrates personal attributes and communication skills that foster customer satisfaction at all times and monitors team member performance in relation to customer service. Fosters positive interactions with residents, families and visitors; Facilitates problem solving of resident / family concerns or complaints that arise and ensures complaints are communicated to the Manager of Wellness / General Manager; Assists with the orientation of new residents to help facilitate a smooth transition to the home. Adheres to organizations policies, procedures, practices; Facilitates calm reaction and resolution to problems that arise or emergency situations; Participates in Quality Improvement activities as assigned by Manager of Wellness; Assume responsibility for replacing team members as required Continually assesses his/her own nursing practice and learning needs. Participates in and attends in-service programs provided by the community as well as conferences, seminars, and workshops. Works with the resident, family members, and interprofessional team to systematically collect data for the health history on admission, readmission, and change in status, and provides ongoing assessment and appropriate documentation. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Diploma in Practical Nursing. Current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses BC. Current First Aid with CPR. 3-5 years of experience as an LPN. Leadership experience is an asset. All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Records Check.
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