Night Shift LPN - Geriatric Care & Team Collaboration

New Vista; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

New Vista in Burnaby, BC, is seeking a licensed practical nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care under the Nurse Coordinator. You will contribute to resident safety and care planning within standards of practice.

The role involves direct nursing care, medication administration per guidelines, thorough documentation, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans. This is an on-site, temporary full-time night position.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Practical Nursing Program.
• Practising member of the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of BC, holding a valid BC Practical Nurse license in good standing
• Minimum two years of experience working with older adults

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and monitor residents' safety with the care team.
• Perform nursing procedures including dressings and colostomy care; take and record vitals; administer medications per guidelines.
• Transcribe and process Doctors’ orders; document observations and report changes.
• Monitor and document resident outcomes, complete incident and infection reports as required.
• Provide personal care (bathing, grooming, nutrition support) and encourage recreation and activities.
• Assist with meals, fluids, and nourishment per care plans; complete tray requisitions as needed.
• Participate in developing individualized Resident Care Plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Assist with admissions, discharges and transfers; transport residents as needed.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies per policy; report hazards or faulty equipment.
• Attend trainings and workshops; uphold the NVS Model of Service and Person-Centered Care Principles.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Equipment operation

Physical fitness

Night shift

Education

Practical Nursing Diploma

Job description

New Vista in Burnaby, BC, is seeking a licensed practical nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care under the Nurse Coordinator. You will contribute to resident safety and care planning within standards of practice.

The role involves direct nursing care, medication administration per guidelines, thorough documentation, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans. This is an on-site, temporary full-time night position.