Registered Nurse I - U

The Salvation Army; Surrey; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused non-profit organization in Metro Vancouver seeks a compassionate and skilled nurse responsible for delivering care to residents. The role entails monitoring health, administering medications, and maintaining documentation in accordance with established guidelines. The ideal candidate is a licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) with strong critical thinking and communication skills. Competitive compensation ranges from $39.55 to $46.40 hourly, based on experience and qualifications. The organization values diversity and is committed to accommodating diverse needs.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Reasonable accommodations available

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed nurse (LPN/RN) with the ability to provide compassionate care.
• Experience with electronic health records is essential.
• Must possess strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care and monitor health status of residents.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Maintain accurate health records and documentation.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Effective communication

Compassionate care

Collaboration with healthcare team

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN)

Tools

Point Click Care

Job description

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

1. Assumes responsibility for the delivery of care for each resident, ensuring that all personal and nursing care is provided in accordance with the mission of The Salvation Army, agency, regulatory and established ethical guidelines and requirements.
2. Monitors the treatment regime and health status including physical, emotional, spiritual and psychological needs to ensure the safety and well-being of the resident.
3. Applies critical thinking skills to assess the resident’s situation, to detect subtle or significant changes in symptoms, in comfort and knows when action is necessary.
4. Performs nursing care to residents including administering prescribed medication and treatments, and observing, recording and reporting symptoms and changes in resident condition; offers compassionate care by remaining open to the goals and values of residents.
5. Communicates clearly and respectfully with all members of the hospice team, with residents and their family members, and is able to effectively and patiently collaborate toward arriving at the best practice and best care of residents.
6. Carries out established procedures to offer care for residents, is aware of the upkeep of the facility’s equipment (such as fridge temperatures, battery operated devices, emergency equipment, and oxygen concentrators) and uses supplies properly.
7. Provides caring environment to residents and families including facilitating participation of resident and family in care plans
8. Maintains pertinent records and ensures all documentation is accurate and complete. Maintains strict confidentiality of information with regard to residents and families. Documents in electronic health record (Point Click Care) and in the E-MAR all medication reconciliations.
9. Participates in professional development opportunities such as inservices to maintain current knowledge and practice
10. Maintains relationships with all external health agencies, professionals and the community.
11. Performs other related duties as required.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $39.55 to $46.40 with a maximum of $53.24. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

Accommodations

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.