Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Nurse Next Door; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

24/7 support center

Flexible schedules

Internal educational programs

Job summary

Nurse Next Door in North Vancouver is seeking an LPN/RPN to deliver compassionate in-home care, promoting Happier Aging for clients and families. You will work with a Care Designer to create a premium client care experience and help achieve care goals.

The role requires current BC LPN license, 1 year (3 preferred) nursing experience, and strong English communication. Flexible 2–8 hour shifts are available across North and West Vancouver, with 24/7 scheduling support.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in BC is required.
• Minimum 1 year nursing experience; 3 years preferred.
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search within last 12 months.
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within last 12 months.
• Proof of double COVID-19 vaccination.
• First Aid/CPR certificate.
• 2 professional references.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing tasks including medication administration and wound care.
• Reviews the care plans arranged by Care Designer prior to visit and completes records accurately.
• Provide delegations of task or other training to a care team.
• Assess client needs and report back with recommendations on complex care plans.
• Function within own scope, practicing safely and competently.
• Responds to scheduling inquiries and updates in a timely manner.
• Meet safety standards while using equipment and delivering 24/7 care.
• Service North and West Vancouver areas.

Skills

Compassionate

Customer Service

Communication

English Proficiency

Education

LPN license (BC)

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Career with Purpose and Heart

Happier Aging Philosophy

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Caregiving as a Career

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Career with Purpose and Heart

YOU LOVE COMING TO WORK. GROW AND DEVELOP WITH US, DOING WHAT YOU LOVE.

Happier Aging Philosophy

At Nurse Next Door, we believe that getting older doesn’t have to feel sad or helpless. Instead, aging should be celebrated. That’s what we call Happier Aging. We bring Happier Aging to everyone: ourselves, our team, our community and the world. Happier Aging starts with you.

Caregiving as a Career starts with our People Promise, entered in the belief that you can thrive at work and have fun along the way. This is what we are all about.

We form genuine relationships and support our team members to achieve their wildest dreams through leading with care, our Bold Kindness philosophy.

As an LPN/RPN you are enthusiastic about Making Lives Better and promote Happier Aging. You are passionate about bringing peace of mind to your client’s life and their families. You work closely with your Care Designer to create a premium experience and deliver on client care goals.

What We Offer

• Nurse Next Door People Promise, people genuinely love coming to work.
• $33 to $34 per hour
• 24/7 support center to assist with scheduling related questions
• 24/7 assistance related to your client’s care
• Flexible schedules based on your availability. Shifts ranging from 2 to 8 hours per day
• We provide internal educational programs or courses, at no cost

Responsibilities And Duties

• Excellent customer service skills and ability to deal tactfully with clients, other interdisciplinary team members
• Reviews the care plans arranged by Care Designer prior to beginning a visit, completing records accurately and carrying out all assignments as requested
• Provide Delegations of Task or other training to a care team
• Assess client needs and report back to Care Designer with recommendation on complex care plans
• Function within the limits of your own experience and knowledge, while practicing safely and competently within the job description
• Nursing tasks include – medication administration, wound care, head to toe assessment, vital signs, pain assessment, liaising with physicians, diabetic management
• Responds to Care Services Center (CSC) Team regarding scheduling inquiries and updates within the agreed upon timeline
• Help clients with their ADL’s (Activities of Daily Living) that is within the scope of practice for a Registered Health Care Aide
• Meets safety standards, using equipment safely and accurately
• We provide care 24/7, so visits may be scheduled early morning, afternoon, evening, or overnight to meet our clients’ needs
• Service the North and West Vancouver areas

Requirements

• You have to be COMPASSIONATE, KIND CARING & MAKING A DIFFERENCE in the life of a senior!
• Current valid LPN license in BC
• 1 year of nursing experience required; three years nursing experience preferred. Community, home health or medical/surgical experience preferred
• Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search within last 12 months
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within last 12 months
• Proof of double COVID 19 Vaccination
• First Aid/CPR certificate
• 2 Professional References
• Excellent written and verbal English skills. Other languages are an asset.
• Must be able to legally work in Canada to apply for this position
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle is an asset
• Able to work multiple shifts of 2 to 8 hours per shift in both North and West Vancouver areas

Nurse Next Door is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made throughout the recruitment process and during employment.