Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - West Vancouver

RhynoCare; West Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking experienced Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for various care facilities in West Vancouver. The role involves providing comprehensive nursing care while ensuring adherence to established policies. Candidates must have active nursing registration, First Aid certification, and must comply with health protocols including immunizations. Competitive wages and structured working hours are offered.

Benefits

Above-average wages

Travel compensation

Accommodation provided

Qualifications

• BLS Certificate is required.
• Valid First Aid & CPR certification is needed.
• Proof of current immunizations for MMRV and negative TB skin test must be presented.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care according to established policies and the resident plan of care.
• Ensure excellent nursing and personal care delivery.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for residents.

Skills

Active registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives

Ability to work with persons with Infectious Diseases

Well-developed interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Communication skills

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 West Vancouver 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).