Licensed Practical Nurse

AgeCare; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Canada is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to enhance the lives of residents. This role is integral in delivering compassionate care, ensuring residents' well-being, and fostering communication with families and management. Required qualifications include at least one year of experience with seniors, specific training in dementia care, and an active registration with the provincial College. Competitive wages offered, along with a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience in working with seniors.
• Demonstrated excellence in dementia care and interpersonal skills.
• Active or eligible for registration with the provincial College of Licensed Practical Nurses.

Responsibilities

• Act as the key communication contact between management, residents, and families.
• Monitor resident conditions and provide compassionate care.
• Ensure well-being and safety of residents.

Skills

Dementia care

Interpersonal skills

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse education program

Job description

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity

The Licensed Practical Nurse acts as the key communication contact between management, residents and their families as well as contributing to patient care and safety. They play a critical role in ensuring the well-being of residents, monitoring their conditions, and providing compassionate and skilled care.

What Is In It For You

• Work to your full scope of practice
• Become a part of a resident / family-centered environment
• Join an interdisciplinary team involved in best practice programs
• Make a difference every day by enriching the quality of life for the aging population

What You Will Need

• At least 1 years’ experience in working with seniors.
• Demonstrated excellence in dementia care and interpersonal skills.
• Completion of an accredited License Practical Nurse education program.
• Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the provincial College of Licensed Practical Nurses.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider.

Hours of Work: 3on, 2off, 2on, 2off, 2on, 3off...... (0700 to 1500)

Members of equity-seeking groups are encouraged to apply.

Union membership is a condition of employment.

Wage Levelling Salary: $32.84 - $55.91 per hour Salary placement based on qualifications and experience.