Registered Nurse (RN)- Casual

Baptist Housing; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join their team in beautiful Kelowna. In this rewarding role, you will provide high-quality care and support to seniors, develop personalized care plans, and lead a team in a collaborative environment. Your expertise in nursing will be essential in managing residents' health, fostering positive relationships, and ensuring adherence to professional standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while working in a supportive community that values your contributions.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Experience in long-term care and medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and develop care plans for residents.
• Administer treatments and medications, ensuring health protocols.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Medication Administration

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Registered Nurse
Village at Smith Creek (VSC), Mill Creek Village (MCV), Sun Pointe Village (SPV) | Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada | Casual

The Opportunity

At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. As a Registered Nurse, you'll provide team leadership, develop care plans, assess unstable residents, and execute various nursing interventions, including medication administration, treatment, and patient transfers.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree

• A member in good standing or eligible for membership with British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM)

• Current First Aid Certificate

• Food Safe Certificate

• Experience as a nurse in a long-term care environment, preferably.
  

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse at our Kelowna Communities in Baptist Housing, your responsibilities encompass a comprehensive range of duties aimed at providing high-quality care and support to our residents. This includes adhering to professional standards outlined by the BCNNM, conducting resident assessments, administering treatments and medications, and managing the health of residents with unstable conditions. Additionally, you play a crucial role in fostering positive relationships within the team and with residents, providing leadership, support, and guidance. You also lead in the development and implementation of person-centred care plans, participate in quality improvement initiatives, and ensure adherence to health and safety protocols. As an ambassador of Baptist Housing, you model our ministry values and demonstrate servant leadership by prioritizing the needs of others and maintaining positive relationships with residents, team members, families, and partners.Located along the beautiful shores of Okanagan Lake, in the heart of stunning Okanagan Valley, Kelowna is an inviting community in which to live and work. Our three communities are Village at Sun Pointe, Mill Creek Village and Smith Creek Village.

Available Lines

*Casual opportunities available.

About You

You are a dedicated RN, a self-starter whose strong work ethic thrives with minimal supervision, consistently achieving both individual and team excellence. Your exceptional interpersonal and communication skills form the foundation of fostering positive relationships, both with residents and fellow team members. Proficient in problem-solving, time management, and meticulous organization of workloads, you ensure the highest quality of care for residents. With an in-depth understanding of aging processes, cognitive function changes, and age-related diseases, you provide empathetic care that transcends the clinical realm. Your expertise extends to medication administration, standard precautions, and adherence to healthcare protocols, prioritizing safety, and unwavering quality in every action. You possess a unique skill set that includes assessing functional and cognitive status, managing equipment, and adeptly utilizing office technology. You are also well-versed in pharmacological therapies, the Wellness Model, legal documentation, and the complex intricacies of the healthcare system at various levels. You are competent, compassionate, and have an unwavering commitment to the well-being of those you serve.

Compensation & Benefits

Level 3 RNs are compensated at an hourly rate ranging from $41.42 to $55.91

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