Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long-Term Care - Chenchenstway

Providence Health Care; Burnaby; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in Burnaby as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver exceptional care to residents in long-term care. You will work closely with a dedicated team to provide personalized nursing care, emotional support, and ensure the wellbeing of those in your care. This position offers a competitive salary, growth opportunities, and an inclusive culture that values the richness of diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Growth Opportunities

Inclusive Culture

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses required.
• Must be registered with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Current basic cardiac life support certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe nursing care and conduct thorough assessments.
• Administer medications and monitor patient effects.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for care planning.

Skills

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Decision Making

Analytical Skills

Conflict Resolution

Instructional Skills

Education

Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses

Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Current basic cardiac life support certification

Tools

EMR Systems

Job description

The salary range for this position is CAD $32.84 / Hr. - CAD $41.35 / Hr.

Summary

Under the guidance of the Resident Care Manager and in close collaboration with a diverse healthcare team the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers top-notch nursing care to long-term care residents in addition to providing emotional comfort and support to residents and their families. LPNs in long-term care have the unique opportunity to build deep and lasting relationships with residents / families / caregivers collaborate with a compassionate and knowledgeable interdisciplinary care team and contribute to an overall sense of home for residents. Apply today and find out why so many staff in Long Term Care have committed decades of their health careers to Providence.

A name chosen by an Aboriginal Elder the meaning of Chenchenstway is lifting each other up. This meaning is embodied by staff and residents of this 3-storey 110 bed long term care home located in Burnaby. A joint operation between Providence Health Care and Fraser Health Chenchenstway attracts staff who are open-minded adaptable and who thrive in challenging situations where leadership and innovative problem-solving is required.

What You Bring

Education :

• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education training and experience
• Registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant
• Current basic cardiac life support certification

Skills & Abilities :

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) procedures appropriate for the area of service
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
• Ability to apply decision making and analytical skills
• Ability to role model conflict resolution strategies
• Ability to prioritize and organize work
• Ability to teach and identify patient / resident learning needs

What We Offer

• A competitive Salary : $32.84-$41.35 CAD
• Growth opportunities : We welcome individuals at all stages of their career offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Inclusive Culture : We respect the diversity dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.

Your Day to Day

• Provide safe and respectful nursing care adhering to established policies individualized care plans and priorities
• Conduct thorough assessments monitor signs / symptoms and communicate with the RN / RPN as needed
• Prepare patients for procedures transfers and admissions coordinating with the interdisciplinary team
• Administer medications per protocol monitor effects and maintain communication with the team
• Utilize evidence-based resources to stay updated on nursing practices
• Respond to incidents such as codes injuries spills and alarms following procedures
• Assist with staff orientation demonstrating procedures and providing support
• Address patient / resident and family learning needs provide educational materials and make referrals
• Attend care planning meetings provide input and advocate for patients / residents
• Collaborate with the team to develop and evaluate individualized care plans
• Assist with discharge planning based on patient status and external supports
• Operate and clean equipment report malfunctions and handle hazardous materials. Perform clerical duties such as answering phones faxing and maintaining records

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Pauls Hospital site is located on the traditional ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples including the territories of the xmkwym (Musqueam) Skwxw7mesh (Squamish) and Sllwta / Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 32 - 41

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