Licensed Practical Nurse (lpn), Long-term Care

Kitimat; Kitimat; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental

Municipal pension plan

Job summary

Mountainview Lodge, part of Northern Health, seeks a Registered Care Aide to support residents with daily living activities and comfort in a home-like setting. You will perform nursing tasks such as taking vital signs and assisting with activities of daily living, under the supervision of the Manager.

The role involves transporting residents and some clerical duties, with a rotating day shift. This position offers opportunities for professional development and being part of a supportive team

Qualifications

• Grade 10 and graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program or equivalent.
• Registered with the BC Care Aide Registry and Community Health Worker Registry.

Responsibilities

• Take temperature, pulse and respiration and assist with activities of daily living.
• Transport residents and perform related clerical duties.

Skills

Communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Work organization

Equipment operation

Education

Nursing Assistant Program

BC Care Aide Registry

Job description

Position Summary

Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Follow the path to an exciting career in long-term care. Help create a home environment for our seniors at Mountainview Lodge.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Registered Care Aide provides resident care in accordance with resident-centred care philosophy and established regional and facility policies and procedures. As part of the multidisciplinary team and under the direction of the Manager or designate, the Registered Care Aide performs nursing procedures such as taking temperature, pulse and respiration in addition to resident care duties relating to activities of daily living, including personal, social, physical and recreational needs. Transports residents and performs clerical duties.

Must have current registration with the BC Care Aide Registry

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

Days, 07:30 to 13:30 (rotating)

Qualfications

• Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience and registered with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

Where you will be working:

Facility:

Additional details about this facility's programs and care environment can be found through Mountainview Lodge

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Kitimat

Kitimat is excited to introduce a new Healthcare Recruitment and Retention Incentive offered through the District of Kitimat's municipal office. This initiative is designed to support and attract healthcare professionals who want to build their careers in a vibrant, welcoming community. Discover everything this incentive has to offer by visiting their information page: Healthcare Recruitment and Retention Incentives

Healthcare Recruitment and Retention Incentives

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.