Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Port Alberni

RhynoCare Staffing Solutions; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for various long-term and acute care facilities in the Port Alberni area. This role offers competitive wages along with travel compensation and accommodation. Nurses will work consistent hours with a set schedule, providing essential nursing care while ensuring the well-being of residents. Ideal candidates will be registered nurses with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have active registration with the nursing college and relevant certifications.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and float between units.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in accordance with established policy and physician’s orders.
• Ensure timely admission and safe transfers for residents.

Skills

Nursing Care

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Education

Active Registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives

BLS Certificate

Valid First Aid & CPR

Job description

• LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY***
  
  

We are currently looking for highly professional, experienced Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to work in a variety of long term and acute care facilities in the Port Alberni area.

This opportunity allows you to earn above-average wages with travel compensation and accommodation.

Shifts would be early morning, afternoon, evening, overnight with consistent hours and a set schedule until further notice.

Responsibilities

• To provide nursing care in accordance with established policy, physician’s orders, the resident plan of care, and within the scope of practice of an LPN.
• Utilize sound nursing practice principles to ensure the delivery of excellent nursing and personal care in the assigned home area(s).
• Ensure a timely and accessible admission for the residents including a comprehensive orientation to the home and the services offered within the home Ensure that resident transfers and discharges are timely and safe
• Ensure the supply, control, and safekeeping of drugs and narcotics, ensure protocols are followed on all assigned shifts
• Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care to meet the physical, psychological, emotional, spiritual, cultural and social needs of the residents
  
  

Requirements

• Active registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Able to work with persons with Infectious Diseases
• BLS Certificate
• Valid First Aid & CPR
• Proof of current immunizations for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella (MMRV), proof of negative TB skin test within one (1) year as well as Hepatitis B
• Current Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• Ability to work independently, or as part of a team.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be able to work the flexible shift times, depending on the facility; eight (8) or twelve (12) hours in length.
• Must be able to ‘float’ from unit to unit within a hospital, depending on facility need.
• Must be reliable (once availability is given) to be placed at an agreed upon facility/unit.
• Must be in compliance with the RhynoCare Healthcare shift acceptance/cancellation policy (provided for review upon hiring).