Compassionate LPN — Long-Term Care & Growth Opportunities

Providence HealthCare; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Providence HealthCare in Vancouver is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver high-quality nursing care to long-term care residents under the guidance of the Resident Care Manager. This role emphasizes emotional support for residents and families, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and contributing to a welcoming “home” environment.

Opened in 1991, St. Vincent's Langara exemplifies a calm, supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Practical Nurse program or equivalent education.
• Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as an LPN.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and respectful nursing care per policies and individualized care plans.
• Conduct thorough assessments, monitor signs/symptoms, and communicate with the RN/RPN as needed.
• Prepare patients for procedures, transfers, and admissions with the interdisciplinary team.
• Administer medications per protocol, monitor effects, and communicate with the team.
• Use evidence-based resources to stay updated on nursing practices.
• Respond to incidents such as codes, injuries, spills, and alarms according to procedures.
• Assist with staff orientation, demonstrating procedures and providing support.
• Address patient/resident and family learning needs, provide educational materials, and make referrals.
• Attend care planning meetings, provide input, and advocate for patients/residents.
• Collaborate with the team to develop and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Assist with discharge planning based on patient status and external supports.

Skills

CPR procedures

Decision making

Analytical skills

Conflict resolution

Prioritizing tasks

Patient education

Physical ability

Education

Practical nurse program

BC College of Nurses and Midwives registration

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Providence HealthCare in Vancouver is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver high-quality nursing care to long-term care residents under the guidance of the Resident Care Manager. This role emphasizes emotional support for residents and families, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and contributing to a welcoming “home” environment.

Opened in 1991, St. Vincent's Langara exemplifies a calm, supportive setting.