Nurse Next Door Victoria: Licensed Practical Nurse

Nurse Next Door; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to celebrating aging through compassionate care. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you'll provide essential nursing services while fostering a culture of kindness and support. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on clients' lives in a flexible work environment. With hands-on training and a commitment to your professional growth, you'll thrive in a supportive team that values your contributions. If you are passionate about helping others and want to be part of a mission-driven organization, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

24/7 Support Center

Flexible Work Schedule

Hands-on Training

Mentorship Programs

Qualifications

• Must have a current Certificate of Competence and be in good standing.
• 1 year of nursing experience required; community/home health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care consistent with care plans.
• Assist clients with daily living activities and hygiene.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Nursing Assessment

Communication Skills

Compassion and Empathy

Education

Certificate of Competence

Graduation from a Practical Nursing Program

Tools

Online Learning Platforms

Scheduling Software

Job description

Nurse Next Door Victoria: Licensed Practical Nurse

Start your career now by applying today. Or if you’d like to learn more about the benefits of working with us, just give us a call. We’d love to hear from you!

YOU LOVE COMING TO WORK. GROW AND DEVELOP WITH US, DOING WHAT YOU LOVE.

At Nurse Next Door, we believe that getting older doesn’t have to feel sad or helpless. Instead, aging should be celebrated. That’s what we call Happier Aging. We bring Happier Aging to everyone: ourselves, our team, our community, and the world. Happier Aging starts with you.

What We Offer:

• Nurse Next Door People Promise, you love coming to work
• $30.00/hr to $35.00/hr per hour
• 24/7 support center to assist with scheduling related questions
• 24/7 assistance related to client care
• In-home care with private clients

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Excellent customer service skills and ability to deal tactfully with clients and other interdisciplinary team members
• As a brand ambassador, the LPN/RPN treats clients and team members with courtesy and respect
• Reviews the care plans arranged by the case manager (Care Designer) prior to beginning a visit, completing records accurately and carrying out all assignments as requested
• Delivers comprehensive professional nursing care consistent with the care plan, nursing assessments, and client needs.
• Perform all skills, treatments, and procedures competently in accordance with the provincial scope of LPN/RPN and adhere to the policies, procedures, and protocols of Nurse Next Door.
• Assess and provide client and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis.
• Service the Greater Victoria area
• Looking for daytime availability: weekdays and weekends

Requirements:

• Current Certificate of Competence and in good standing with the provincial College of Nurses
• Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses and one year of recent related experience in gerontological nursing
• Functions within the limits of own experience and knowledge, and practices safely and competently within the job description.
• 1 year of nursing experience required; three years nursing experience preferred. Community, home health, or medical/surgical experience preferred.
• Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search (updated at the nurse's cost every 5 years for continued employment)
• Assists clients in all activities of daily living/hygiene assistance, bathing, grooming, linen changes, and so forth.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English; other languages are an asset
• Must be able to legally work in British Columbia, Canada, to apply for this position
• Valid driver’s license is required and a working vehicle

Nurse Next Door is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made throughout the recruitment process and during employment.

Training and Support Network

Hands-on training, mentorship, and continued access to online learning help set you up for success. We also provide mentoring to support the development of self-led leaders.

A Culture of Bold Kindness

At Nurse Next Door, we are kind and care about each other. We give 110% to everything we do. We’re not afraid to speak our mind or make mistakes. We believe everyone’s contribution matters.

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You’re a unique and awesome individual. You are compassionate, kind, and empathetic. You love working with and helping people. You are seeking flexibility in your life and work schedule.

Work in an environment where you get to treat your clients the way you would your Parents and Grandparents.