Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- Casual

Baptist Housing Seniors Living; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Housing seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at their Marrion Village Oak Bay Campus to lead community care while promoting resident independence. The role includes managing medication, conducting assessments, and collaborating with a team to enhance the quality of care in supportive living environments. Join a compassionate team and make a meaningful difference in seniors' lives.

Benefits

Appreciation events

Recognition awards

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of LPN experience providing care to seniors.
• Experience in medication administration and wound care.
• Medical knowledge of aging processes and age-related diseases.

Responsibilities

• Oversee medication administration and resident assessments.
• Maintain resident charting and ensure accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with RNs to implement wellness programs.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Communication

Adaptability

Organizational skills

Education

Graduation from a recognized post-secondary Licensed Practical Nurse program

Current Emergency First Aid Certification

Current registration in good standing with the BCCNM

Tools

Point-Click Care

EMAR

Job description

The Opportunity

At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. As the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you’ll assume the role of Community Team leader, overseeing medication administration, wound care, and resident assessments. Utilizing the wellness model of care and service philosophies, the LPN strives to improve residents’ lives by involving them in their care and fully maintaining their independence possible.

About The Role

As a Licensed Practical Nurse at our Marrion Village Oak Bay Campus at Baptist Housing, you’ll embrace a person-centred approach to care, contributing to comprehensive care planning and evaluating service delivery. Adhering to the highest standards of practice and ethics outlined by the BCCNM, your role will involve a diverse range of nursing interventions, from assessments to medication administration. You'll collaborate closely with Registered Nurses (RNs) for complex cases and consultations and, under the guidance of managers and RNs, implement wellness programs, fostering a positive environment for both teams and residents. You will also maintain meticulous resident charting and information using advanced systems like Point-Click Care and EMAR, ensuring accurate reporting of acute resident information to our RNs. As an ambassador of Baptist Housing, you’ll model our ministry values and demonstrate servant leadership by prioritizing the needs of others and maintaining positive relationships with residents, team members, families, and partners.

Requirements

• Graduation from a recognized post-secondary Licensed Practical Nurse program
• Current Emergency First Aid Certification
• Current registration in good standing with the BCCNM
• A minimum of three years of LPN experience providing care to seniors or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

About You

You are a dedicated LPN whose approach to care is defined by compassion and empathy. Your ability to connect with residents on a personal level goes beyond fulfilling your duties; it's a heartfelt commitment to exceeding their needs. Your exceptional communication skills allow you to convey instructions clearly and maintain a sense of calm in challenging situations. Your resilience shines through in complex and stressful moments, demonstrating adaptability and organizational prowess in adjusting care strategies as needed. Residents feel valued and heard in your presence, thanks to your attentive listening and genuine care. Your medical knowledge encompasses not only the normal aging process but also the complexities of altered cognitive function and age-related diseases, allowing you to tailor care strategies accordingly. You possess a deep understanding of medication administration protocols, standard precaution techniques, outbreak management, and pain management strategies, among other essential elements of healthcare delivery. Your collaborative nature has earned you the respect of your colleagues, who see you as a valuable team member. You bring a sense of humor and a fun-loving spirit to the care environment, creating a welcoming atmosphere for all.

LPNS are compensated at an hourly rate ranging from $32.84 – 41.35 as per the BCGEU collective agreement.

At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. Joining Baptist Housing means becoming a part of a committed and compassionate team that strives to create a warm and relational community where you can confidently bring your whole self to work, knowing that your contributions are valued and recognized. Our people and our values are what set us apart, and together we make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

Why Work at Baptist Housing?

Meaningful Service : Your work matters! You can make a real impact on the lives of our residents. Your role is both fulfilling and purposeful.

Supportive & Fun Community : We're more than colleagues. Experience a supportive, safe and fun environment where we take our work seriously, but not ourselves.

Recognition & Appreciation : Experience appreciation events and receive recognition awards through our team programs

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