Licensed Practical Nurse Casual

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation

Job summary

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory invites applications for a Licensed Practical Nurse in New Westminster, BC. You will assess residents, support families, and contribute to care plans within a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires BC LPN registration, 1+ year gerontological nursing experience, and adherence to FHA standards. We value compassionate care, strong communication, and the ability to work with diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized practical nursing program or equivalent, with active LPN license in BC.
• One year of gerontological nursing experience or equivalent.
• Current Level 1 First Aid Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient/resident/family needs across physical, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual areas.
• Provide a supportive environment and facilitate care decisions with patient/family.
• Contribute to individualized care plans and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Deliver nursing care per policies and FHA standards; document observations.
• Handle admissions, discharges, and transfers per policies.
• Maintain accurate care documentation to ensure safety and comfort.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Clinical scope of practice

Medical equipment operation

Physical capability

Education

LPN license with BCCNM

Nursing program graduate

First Aid Level 1

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:

Job description:

position Purpose summary:

1. Assesses patient/resident/family’s actual and potential strengths and limitations including physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual needs.
2. 2.Provides a supportive environment for patient/resident/family. Promotes patient/resident/family involvement in health care decisions; provides information and opportunity to discuss concerns; respects personal choices.
3. Contributes to the development and ongoing changes to the individualized plan of care, including attending and providing input into multidisciplinary care planning meetings and family conferences.
4. Provides nursing care according to identified policies and procedures, technology and FHA standards and evaluates outcomes. Records observations and reports problems and/or changes to designated staff.
5. Performs admissions, discharges, and transfers of patients/residents according to agency operating policies and procedures.
6. Documents and updates all relevant care and procedure information to ensure patient/resident safety and comfort.
7. Operates and maintains effective functioning equipment related to patient/resident care such as bathtubs, scales, and mechanical lifts.
8. Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients/residents and staff.
9. Assists in the orientation of new staff, students, and other members of the Health Care Team.
10. Participates in continuous quality improvement and program evaluation activities, education sessions, team conferences, meetings, and committees.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience –

1. Graduate of a recognized practical nursing program or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
2. One (1) year’s recent, related gerontological nursing experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
3. Current Level 1 First Aid Certificate

Required Skills/Knowledge:

1. Must be able to speak and write English competently, and to understand written and oral instructions.
2. Ability to deal with others effectively.
3. Ability to organize work and implement a plan of care.
4. Knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice as currently required by the BCCNM, including administering medications.
5. Ability to operate related equipment.
6. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Physical:

Physical ability to carry out all the nursing-related duties.

PREFERRED SKILLS/capabilities:

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:

• Background check consent.
• A clear vulnerable sector screening.
• BCCNM – Active Registration – and in good standing
• 3 references
• Completion of our online Praesidium Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training

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.