Licensed Practical Nurse - Temporary Part-Time

Newvista; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

The New Vista Society in Burnaby, BC is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for a temporary part-time position. Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, you will assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for your residents in accordance with provincial standards.

Responsibilities include collaborating with the care team, applying dressings, taking vitals, supporting residents, administering medications, and contributing to care plans.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized practical nursing program.
• Valid BC Practical Nurse license in good standing.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to organize workload and priorities.
• Physical ability to perform nursing duties.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the care team to assess, plan, and monitor resident safety and needs.
• Administer and monitor nursing procedures and dressings as required.
• Evaluate resident outcomes and report changes to the care team.
• Provide personal care and assistance to residents.
• Contribute to development and modification of care plans in interdisciplinary meetings.
• Document and update resident information to ensure safety.
• Administer medications following policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe environment for residents.
• Respond to incidents such as falls, injuries, or alarms and report accordingly.
• Assist transfers using established techniques and aids.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Graduation from a recognized practical nursing program

BC Practical Nurse license in good standing

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse - Temporary Part-Time

Job Category: Prof Reg. Nursing

Requisition Number: LICEN001657

• Part-Time

Locations

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Burnaby, BC V5E3Z3, CAN

Description

Position Overview

We are currently looking to fill a temporary part-time position for a Licensed Practical Nurse at The New Vista Society located in Burnaby, BC.

Detailed Overview:

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the LPN assess, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for their work assignment in accordance with competency guidelines within the standards of practice as outlined by the College of LPNs of BC and current legislative scope of practice.

Responsibilities:

• Work in collaboration with the Care Team to assess, plan, implement and monitor resident safety including physiological, psychological, socio-cultural and spiritual needs on an on-going basis
• Perform nursing procedures such as applying and changing sterile and/non-sterile dressings, colostomy care and irrigation, taking/recording blood pressures and temperature.
• Evaluate resident outcomes; record observation and report problem and or changes to designate
• Provide personal care and assistance to residents
• Provide a supportive environment for the resident; contributing to the development and modification of resident care plans; attend and provide input into interdisciplinary care meetings.
• Document and update relevant information to ensure resident safety
• Administers medication consistent with established policies and procedures
• Maintain a safe working environment for the residents
• Responds to a variety of incidents such as codes, injuries, or falls, aggressive behavior and fire alarms. Report incidents and fills out appropriate forms in accordance with established procedures
• Transfer residents utilizing established techniques and mechanical aids.
• Supports the New Vista Model of Service, Mission, Vision, Values and Person-Centered Care principles
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduation from a Recognized Program for Practical Nurses and holds a valid BC Practical Nurse license in good standing
• At least 2 years’ experience working with older adults.
• Ability to communicate effectively 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

Job Type: PART TIME, TEMPORARY

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for this posting. Employees of New Vista must apply via the Internal Application Process.