LPN - Nanaimo (PV3579)
- Nanaimo, BC, Canada
$32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour · Full-time · Per diem
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- $32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
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- Full-time · Per diem
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Original job description
LPN - Exciting Opportunity at Wexford Creek Seniors Community in Nanaimo!
Make a meaningful impact in residents' lives - join our compassionate team today!
- Location: 80 Tenth St, Nanaimo BC V9R 0A8
- Salary: $32.84 - $41.35 per hour
Are you a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a real impact? Join Pro Vita Care Management and become part of a supportive team committed to providing high-quality care.
Available Positions
- Permanent / Temporary Full-time
- Casuals: Hours Varies
Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN Must Haves:
- Graduation from a recognized Practical Nurses program or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience recognized by the BCCNM.
- Active registration as an LPN with BCCNM
- Maintains a Valid First Aid and CPR “A” Certificate.
- Maintain Occupational First Aide Level 1 status (may be a Level 2 depending on site).
- Satisfactory proof of COVID-19 vaccinations.
- Passes and complies with Ministry of Justice Criminal record Check upon hire and every 5 years thereafter.
- Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbal and written.
Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN Responsibilities:
- Observes, monitors, documents and updates information about resident’s physical and psychological condition, care, and nursing procedures.
- Provides and assists with personal care to residents as required.
- Supports emergency staff scheduling, as required.
- Ensures adherence to Infection Control Practices and provides education as required for Outbreak and basic infection control practices.
Assesses resident health status including, but not limited to:
- Differentiating between normal and abnormal physical findings
- Recognizing deviations from mental health baseline, differentiating between dementia and delirium
- Assesses and monitors resident’s actual and potential strengths and limitations including physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual needs.
- Taking appropriate action such as consulting with the primary physician or making referral to the Mental Health Team.
Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN Nice to Haves:
- Gerontological experience preferred.
- MDS education (Gold Care or Point Click Care).
- 1-2 years’ experience in a complex care site is preferred.
Apply Today
At Pro Vita, we are committed to delivering exceptional senior care while fostering a positive and professional work environment. If you’re looking for a meaningful LPN role with opportunities for growth, apply today.
*Please note that Healthcare wages are being adjusted and topped up by the government currently, August 2024.
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Responsibilities
The LPN at Pro Vita Care Management will monitor and document residents' physical and mental condition and provide personal care. They will also support staff scheduling and teach infection control practices.
Requirements
Candidates need graduation from a recognized practical nursing program, active BCCNM LPN registration, and current First Aid and CPR A certification. They also need COVID-19 vaccination proof, a criminal record check, and fluent English.
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Infection control
- Personal care
- Documentation
- Medication administration
- Dementia care
- Delirium recognition
- Mental health referral
- Gerontological nursing
- MDS assessment
- Gold Care
- PointClickCare
- CPR A
- Occupational First Aid Level 1
- Clinical monitoring
- Care planning
- Staff scheduling support
- Outbreak management
- Verbal and written communication
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Categories
- Healthcare
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- LPN
- practical nurse
- BCCNM
- registered practical nurse
- long-term care
- seniors care
- geriatric nursing
- gerontology
- dementia
- delirium
- infection control
- personal care
- MDS
- Gold Care
- PointClickCare
- CPR
- First Aid
- Nanaimo
- complex care
Seniority
Entry level
Licences and certifications
- BCCNM LPN registration
- First Aid
- CPR A
- Occupational First Aid Level 1
Tools
- MDS
- Gold Care
Languages
- English
Fields of study
- Practical Nursing