LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) COORDINATOR, LONG TERM CARE

Northern Health - BC; Fort St. John; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Fort St. John is seeking an experienced LPN Supervisor. This role involves coordinating home support services and supervising nursing staff in the community health environment. Join a vibrant community known for its resources and quality of life, with comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation with continuous service

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training opportunities

Outdoor activities and shortest commutes

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising LPNs and care plans.
• Registration number required for regulated profession.
• Supportive documentation regarding education/qualifications essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Short Term Home Support and supervise staff.
• Oversee implementation of client care plans.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Advocacy

Assessment

Personal Care Techniques

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse Certification

Job description

Looking for an experienced nursing leader for the Peace Villa. If you are passionate about providing effective and efficient delivery of hospital services, please look into this position.

In accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, the LPN Supervisor coordinates Short Term Home Support and Home Support Scheduling by supervising Licensed Practical Nurses and home support schedulers. Responsible for overseeing the implementation of client care plans, providing training and evaluation of personal care techniques, and providing advocacy services. In collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, performs assessments, plans, implements and provides personal and nursing care to clients in a community health setting. Provides nursing procedures within the LPN Standards of Practice as outlined by BC College of Nurses and Midwives. Provides input into the development and evaluation of program(s) policies and standards and developing and implementing new work methods and processes.

New Wage: As of April 1, 2024 the new wage is: $34.20 - $42.79/hour

Peace Villa is attached to the new Fort St. John Hospital via a corridor link. Peace Villa is a 115-bed facility, including one respite bed. Peace Villa provides Recreational Therapy Services 5 days a week. Pastoral and Spiritual Services are provided by the Peace Villa Worship Services and community volunteers. There is a Volunteer Program in place to support recreational activities. Hairdressing and barber services are available on site for a fee determined by the service provider. Peace Villa also provides an on-site integrated community adult day program, operating 5 days a week.

Fort St. John is known as “The Energetic City,” which reflects the large resource base of oil, natural gas, forestry and agriculture. Overlooking the Peace River, the town of Fort St John is located above the Peace River Valley and serves as the capital of the Peace River district. The population of Fort St. John is over 21,400 but it services an area of approximately 70,000. The community is the hub of the Northeast with a cultural centre and library, theatre, and art space. There are seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and one secondary school. There is also a Northern Lights College campus. Check out Fort St. John for more information on what this energetic community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.
  
  

Important Note

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position. Examples may include:
• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume
  
  

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