Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
This position is covered under the HEABC wage levelling. Please note the wage is currently being adjusted and topped up by the government and the displayed wage is therefore reflective of such initiative.
About Us
At West Coast Seniors Housing Management, we see our communities as a family and we are equally committed to our residents and our staff. We provide an engaging work environment and treat each other with respect and dignity. We invest in the growth and development of our teams to actively participate in the creation of memories and moments that matter to our residents.
About
the Role
The Licensed Practical
Nurse (LPN) reports to the Director of Care and/or designate. This position is
the role model and team leader to an assigned comunity, and responsible for coordinating
care delivery of the persons served. The LPN performs duties and monitors
departmental activities in accordance with their scope of practice, established
standards, regulations, policies and procedures to maximize individualized and
resident-centred care.
Responsibilities
Include but not limited to:
- Be an engaged collaborative team player, developing and
maintaining professional relationships that support and strengthen the
organizational culture and purpose.
- Assesses residents’ needs; implements and evaluates individualized resident-centered care plans.
- Ensures residents rights are observed and adheres to a
holistic philosophy of wellness.
- Liaises with physicians, community agency representatives, families, visitors, volunteers, other disciplines and departments to ensure quality resident-centred care is delivered.
- Assesses and treats all wounds on the unit and acts as
a resource to care staff for strategies to prevent skin breakdown. Consult with
RN or designate for changes in treatment strategies as needed.
- Administers prescribed medications and treatments within the limitations of the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
- Monitors and reports changes in physical and
psychological conditions of residents. Document changes on the resident health record,
notifies family and physician of changes in condition.
- Active participant in Interdisciplinary Care
Conferences.
- Participates in care plan reviews to ensure current and individualized care plans.
- Supports
the administrative requirements at the community in accordance with established
standards, including but not limited to; admissions, discharge and ensuring
confidentiality is maintained at all times.
- Actively participates in orientation of new staff, community programs, meetings, committees and educational in-services.
- Provides
coaching and direction to care staff as needed and uses in the moment education
to improve resident care which includes completing all Point of Care (POC)
documentation. Seeks assistance/support from RN or designate as needed.
- Maintains
an up-to-date knowledge of community policies and procedures, particularly
those concerning emergency procedures including equipment management, guidance
and assistance on safe work practices.
- Performs
other related duties as required.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Graduate of an approved program for Practical Nursing
and holds a current license with the British Columbia College of Nurses and
Midwives (BCCNM) as an LPN.
- Valid Occupational First Aid Level 1 certification.
- Successful annual Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI)
competency testing.
- Previous experience in a long term care facility an
asset.
- All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable
sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines (see BCCNM
license).
- Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently
and understand verbal and written instructions.
- Computer skills including the ability to navigate basic
computer programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook.
- Ability to push, pull, stoop, crouch, lift and carry up
to 25 lbs. Must be able to work with cleaners, detergents and other cleaning
equipment.
West Coast Seniors Housing Management
is an equal
opportunity employer.
