Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Casual

Optima Living; Penticton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive living organization in Penticton is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide professional nursing care to residents. You will be responsible for developing care plans, administering medications, and mentoring Health Care Aides. Ideal candidates will have a nursing diploma, be registered with the provincial body, and possess exceptional interpersonal skills. Join our team to improve the quality of life for our residents.

Qualifications

• Completion of Nursing diploma required.
• Registered with the provincial nursing regulatory body and in good standing.
• Experience in a residential care setting is preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with peers and residents.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Develop care plans under the direction of the Director of Care.
• Administer, monitor and record medication administration.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care treatments.
• Provide personal care assistance and mentorship to Health Care Aides.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Compassion

Education

Nursing diploma

Active unrestricted BCCNM License or CLPNA License

Job description

Overview

Let us welcome you home to The Hamlets in Penticton, BC. Optima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada. Our Vision: For every person to feel at home. This is supported by our credo, “Let us welcome you home.” We advocate a resident-centered approach where the Resident is the focus of all our endeavors.

As the Licensed Practical Nurse, you will be responsible for providing professional nursing care to residents, including medication administration as well as mentoring and coaching unregulated staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop care plans under the direction of the Director of Care or designate for the physical, psychological and social care of the residents.
• Direct and assist care aides in the use of appropriate procedures to ensure a high standard of resident care.
• Administer, monitor and record medication administration; educate residents as needed.
• Assist in creating and managing nursing care plans and participate in evaluating current and future medical needs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care treatments and inform the Director of Care or designate and/or the resident’s physician of significant changes in condition.
• Provide personal care assistance, nursing procedures, and mentorship and coaching of Health Care Aides.
• Work with residents to meet care requirements and communicate concerns to the doctor and manager as needed.
• Demonstrate ongoing competence in knowledge, skill, judgment and evidence-based practice in caring for aging adults.
• Ensure adherence to provincial continuing care health service standards, legislation, codes, regulations, employment and safety statutes.
• Demonstrate awareness of accident and injury prevention through safe work practices and procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Completion of Nursing diploma
• Registered with the provincial nursing regulatory body and in good standing
• Experience in a residential care setting is preferred
• Demonstrate infection control procedures
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with peers, residents, visitors and operational partners
• Superior organizational skills with the ability to handle multi-resident requests
• Superior oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and problem solve
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts
• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, squat, kneel and lift 25 pounds
• Display compassion, education, proficiency, and experience while assisting residents

Application Questions

• Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside within Canada?
• Do you require sponsorship now or in the future?
• What is your status in Canada?
• Do you hold an active unrestricted BCCNM License or CLPNA License?
• Please attach your License copy.
• Do you have two or more years of full-time Canadian nursing experience? (Must have 2800 hours of nursing experience which is generally equal to 2 years full time or 4 years part time or multiple years of casual, etc.)
• Have you completed all current provincial required vaccinations, including Tuberculosis, Influenza and others?
• Please attach the required provincial vaccinations.
• Do you have a Valid CPR and First Aid certificate?
• Please attach the Food Safe and First Aid certificates
• Please attach your relevant and highest educational certificate pertaining to the role
• Please provide three work references of a supervisor/manager, including their name, reporting relationship, phone numbers and email addresses.