Licensed Practical Nurse (FT) Evenings

Chartwell Retirement Residences; Victoria; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwell Retirement Residences in Victoria, BC, is seeking a licensed practical nurse to support residents' well-being through high-quality care in line with our policies and philosophy. You will perform assessments, administer medications, provide personal care, educate health care aides, document care, and collaborate with families to ensure exceptional service.

Ideal candidates have geriatric nursing experience and hold active LPN registration.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic assessments and treatment, personal care, medication administration and delegated health services to the residents, as well as supporting, guiding and educating Health Care Aides.
• Communicates with residents and families as required to ensure needs are met and services are highly satisfactory.
• Demonstrates appreciation of the heritage, values, and wisdom of residents and understanding of the aging process and living with a disability.
• Facilitates and encourages family involvement with residents.
• Administrates medications within the LPN scope of practice and in accordance with regulations and standards.
• Performs delegated nursing skills accurately and skillfully.
• Completes routine assessments and continuous observation of resident health status and reports observations to the Assisted Living Manager, then acts upon observations as appropriate.
• Ensures services identified in the Care Plan are provided in accordance with the established service standards and at the approved levels.
• Ensures proper documentation of services and charting is completed as per policies and procedures.
• Monitors and maintains records reflecting residents’ physical and mental condition.
• Documents resident incidents in the client record.

Job description

Job Description

The LPN ensures the general well-being of residents through the delivery of high‑quality services in a manner consistent with the policies, procedures and philosophy of Chartwell Retirement Residences.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic assessments and treatment, personal care, medication administration and delegated health services to the residents, as well as supporting, guiding and educating Health Care Aides.
• Communicates with residents and families as required to ensure needs are met and services are highly satisfactory.
• Demonstrates appreciation of the heritage, values, and wisdom of residents and understanding of the aging process and living with a disability.
• Facilitates and encourages family involvement with residents.
• Administrates medications within the LPN scope of practice and in accordance with regulations and standards.
• Performs delegated nursing skills accurately and skillfully.
• Completes routine assessments and continuous observation of resident health status and reports observations to the Assisted Living Manager, then acts upon observations as appropriate.
• Ensures services identified in the Care Plan are provided in accordance with the established service standards and at the approved levels.
• Ensures proper documentation of services and charting is completed as per policies and procedures.
• Monitors and maintains records reflecting residents’ physical and mental condition.
• Documents resident incidents in the client record.

Ideal Candidates

• A sound knowledge and background in geriatric, rehabilitation or long‑term/retirement nursing including activation, nursing and personnel administration. Knowledge of the appropriate sections of the Health Disciplines Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Pharmacy Act, Food and Drugs Act (Canada), Narcotic Control Act (Canada) and other pertinent federal, provincial and municipal statutes which influence the operation of the retirement home and more specifically the nursing department.
• Graduate from a recognized LPN program and must hold a valid registration with appropriate LPN associations.
• Has the ability to demonstrate empathy and understanding of the needs of seniors, strong customer‑service orientation and conflict‑resolution skills.

About Us

At Chartwell, we’re all about making people’s lives better: the lives of our residents and their families, and the lives of our employees. Join an exceptional group of diverse, inspiring, and caring people who are empowered to provide personalized, human experiences for our residents and staff through the connections they make every day within our communities.

Chartwell’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity is a commitment to hiring people whose skills and abilities contribute the most to the success of the organization and who reflect the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and welcome applications from a wide range of qualified candidates, including people with disabilities. If you have questions or require assistance with the application process, please email [e-mail] or call 1-888-663-6448.

Chartwell may use artificial intelligence to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.