Clinical Nurse Leader - LTCF Day Shift

The Salvation Army in Canada; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Canada is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse with leadership experience to oversee resident care and training at the Buchanan Lodge facility. You will collaborate with RNs/LPNs, lead AIS and RAI activities, and ensure timely documentation and care planning.

Strong English communication, staff education abilities, and trauma-informed practice are essential. A supportive environment emphasizes resident-centered care and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized program for Licensed Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Current full practicing licensure with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of B.C. (CPLBC).
• Current full practicing licensure with BCCNM (British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives)

Responsibilities

• Works within the guidelines of the Salvation Army and Buchanan Lodge Mission Statements.
• In conjunction with the CNL/DOC provides education/training to staff as necessary.
• Works with the RCAs to ensure that observation tools are completed correctly and on time.
• Ensure observation tools are provided for staff and readily available when needed.
• Is responsible for the training of LTCF RAI assessment to all new RNs/LPNs.
• Works with RNs and LPNs to ensure LTCF RAI Assessments are completed in a timely manner.
• Assist CNL and DOC in performing audits related to KPIs for better resident outcomes.
• Assist CNL and DOC in training and education related to change in scope, practice and/or products.
• Check all documentation for new resident admissions and make corrections as needed.
• Ensures that annual AIS training for RNs/LPNs is completed in a timely manner.
• In conjunction with the CNL/Social Worker, is responsible for all new admission.
• Attends/collaborates with RNs/LPNs for all Care Conferences, updates care plans and completes documentation for each care conference.
• Performs other related duties as required which may include change in resident assignment, active and ongoing monitoring and follow-up of the work of others with accountability of outcomes, equipment resourcing and collaborating with the CNL.
• May need to support staff if unable to secure coverage for baseline staffing.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Computer skills

Resident-centered care

Education

LPN certificate or equivalent education

LPN licensure: CPLBC

LPN licensure: BCCNM

Job description

The Salvation Army in Canada is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse with leadership experience to oversee resident care and training at the Buchanan Lodge facility. You will collaborate with RNs/LPNs, lead AIS and RAI activities, and ensure timely documentation and care planning.

Strong English communication, staff education abilities, and trauma-informed practice are essential. A supportive environment emphasizes resident-centered care and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.