Licensed Practical Nurse (Lpn) - Ladysmith

• We are currently looking for highly professional, experienced Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to work in a variety of long term and acute care facilities in the Ladysmith area. This opportunity allows you to earn above-average wages with travel compensation and accommodation. Shifts would be early morning, afternoon, evening, overnight with consistent hours and a set schedule until further notice.

Responsibilities

1. To provide nursing care in accordance with established policy, physician's orders, the resident plan of care, and within the scope of practice of an LPN.
2. Utilize sound nursing practice principles to ensure the delivery of excellent nursing and personal care in the assigned home area(s).
3. Ensure a timely and accessible admission for the residents including a comprehensive orientation to the home and the services offered within the home.
4. Ensure that resident transfers and discharges are timely and safe.
5. Ensure the supply, control, and safekeeping of drugs and narcotics; ensure protocols are followed on all assigned shifts.
6. Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care to meet the physical, psychological, emotional, spiritual, cultural and social needs of the residents.

Requirements

1. Active registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives.
2. Able to work with persons with Infectious Diseases.
3. BLS Certificate.
4. Valid First Aid & CPR.
5. Proof of current immunizations for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella (MMRV), proof of negative TB skin test within one year as well as Hepatitis B.
6. Current Vulnerable Sector Police Check.
7. Ability to work independently, or as part of a team.
8. Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
9. Must be able to work the flexible shift times, depending on the facility; eight or twelve hours in length.
10. Must be able to 'float' from unit to unit within a hospital, depending on facility need.
11. Must be reliable (once availability is given) to be placed at an agreed upon facility/unit.
12. Must be in compliance with the RhynoCare Healthcare shift acceptance/cancellation policy (provided for review upon hiring).