Registered Practical Nurse

Loblaw Companies Limited; West Kelowna; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Flexible schedule

Comprehensive training

Job summary

Loblaw Companies Limited is hiring a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) for the upcoming flu season. A current RPN certificate and ability to provide good standing are required. Responsibilities include nursing care per orders, care planning, timely admissions, and safe drug control.

The position emphasizes patient-centered care, policy adherence, and readiness to support diverse shifts within a Canadian retail healthcare context. Competitive benefits and professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• RPN Diploma in Practical Nursing with current registration.
• Geraitric care knowledge and nursing administration.
• Knowledge of Health Disciplines Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Pharmacy Act, Food & Drug Act.
• Certified for intramuscular injection for influenza shots.
• Injection administration certificate and IMMS access.
• Current CPR license and liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in accordance with policy and physician orders.
• Identify patient needs and develop and maintain care plans.
• Ensure timely and accessible admission for patients.
• Manage drugs and narcotics and ensure protocols are followed on all shifts.

Skills

Geriatric care

Nursing administration

IM injections

CPR certification

Education

RPN Diploma in Practical Nursing

Job description

Job Description

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country’s largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

Loblaw is hiring a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) for the upcoming flu season. Current certificate of registration from College of Nurses of British Columbia (RPN) and ability to provide a copy of the nursing license to indicate good standing is required.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Utilize sound nursing practice principles and provide nursing care in accordance with policy and patients' physician's orders
• Identify the needs of patients and develop and maintain appropriate care plans
• Ensure a timely and accessible admission for the patients
• Ensure the supply, control and safe keeping of drugs and narcotics and ensure protocols are followed on all assigned shifts

Qualifications

• RPN - Diploma in Practical Nursing, current registration as Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses
• Sound nursing knowledge in geriatric care and nursing administration
• Knowledge of the requirements of the appropriate sections of the Health Disciplines Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Pharmacy Act, Food & Drug Act
• Certified for intramuscular injection for influenza shots
• Must have injection administration certificate and IMMS access (IMMS access can be set up in pharmacy)
• Must have a current CPR license and valid liability insurance

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada's Top Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Canada's Greenest Employers & Canada's Top Employers for Young People.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment.

We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note

Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche :

$25.00 - $34.40 / 25,00$ - 34,40$ (per hour / de l’heure)

A candidate's experience and knowledge as well as the geographical region in which the position is located may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for a newly created position. The Company uses artificial intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing and/or selecting applicants for this position. / L’expérience et les connaissances d’un candidat ainsi que la région géographique dans laquelle le poste est situé peuvent être prises en compte dans la rémunération qu’un candidat reçoit pour ce poste. Cette offre d’emploi concerne un poste nouvellement créé. L’entreprise utilise l’intelligence artificielle dans le but de filtrer, d’évaluer et/ou de sélectionner les candidats à ce poste.

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