Licensed Practical Nurse

The Salvation Army; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse who will be responsible for the assessment and provision of nursing care to residents. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with nursing standards and will contribute to care plans, focusing on the physical and emotional well-being of residents. Candidates must have graduated from a recognized nursing program and hold a valid license with the College of Practical Nurses of BC.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an LPN program with full scope practice status.
• At least one year of recent related experience.
• Current full practicing licensure with CLPNBC.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor residents' strengths and limitations.
• Administer medications and nursing procedures in accordance with scope.
• Contribute to the individualized care plan.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to deal with others

Physical ability

Organization skills

Education

Graduation from a recognized program for Licensed Practical Nurses

Current certificate in CPR

Job description

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

Supervision

This position reports to the Clinical Care Coordinator and/or designate.

Responsibilities :

1. Level Definition:

Positions at this level assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for their work assignments in accordance with competency guidelines within the standards of practice as outlined by the College of LPNs of BC and current legislative scope of practice.

Position Description

Responsibilities :

Typical Duties

Assesses and monitors residents actual and potential strengths and limitations. Utilizes a holistic model of assessment including physiological, psychological, socio culture and spiritual needs. Where appropriate, encourages resident participation in activities of daily living.

Contributes to the development and modification of the individualized care plan, including attending and providing input into the care conferences, grand rounds and family conferences. ··

Performs all nursing care and nursing procedures applicable to the LPN Standards of Practice scope.

Evaluates outcomes:

Records observations and is able to understand and utilize the nursing process. Reports problems and/or changes to designated Team Leader [RN/RPN] and/or Clinical Care Coordinator.

Administers medications including liquid narcotics to assigned residents according to policy and procedures. This includes all subcutaneous, intramuscular injections.

Participates in admissions, discharges, transfer and placement of residents in accordance with the Access Priority guidelines and facility operating policies. Documents information on the resident's chart, including all pertinent clinical information related to the residents condition care and nursing procedures. Provides personal care to the residents, assists residents with meals and all other aspects of their care. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience

Graduation from a recognized program for Licensed Practical Nurses.

Must be full scope practice status

One year's recent related experience.

Current full practicing licensure with the College of Practical Nurses of BC [CLPNBC].

Current certificate in CPR.

Skills and Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Ability to deal with others effectively.

Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Ability to organize work.

Ability to operate related equipment.

Able to provide Criminal Background Check screening and Vulnerable Sector Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required

The salary range is based on the collective agreement not any other factors $32.84

Compensation:

The target hiring range for this position is $32.84 to $37.10 with a maximum of $41.35.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.