Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Offre d’emploi originale

The Licensed Practical Nurse coordinates resident care delivery, assesses needs, and implements individualized care plans. They also provide coaching to care staff and ensure all clinical documentation and treatments adhere to established standards and regulations.

Détails du poste

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. We are pleased to offer a $10,000 signing bonus and up to $3,300 in relocation assistance for this full-time permanent role at this community. Certain conditions apply – only available for new hires or returning employees who have not worked at any Retirement Concepts communities in the past 6 months. 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 community, 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-centered 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-centered 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.

Ce que vous ferez

The Licensed Practical Nurse coordinates resident care delivery, assesses needs, and implements individualized care plans. They also provide coaching to care staff and ensure all clinical documentation and treatments adhere to established standards and regulations.

Exigences

Candidates must hold a current license with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as an LPN and possess a valid Occupational First Aid Level 1 certification. Proficiency in English and basic computer skills are required, along with the ability to pass a vulnerable sector criminal record check.

Avantages

• Signing bonus • Relocation assistance

Compétences indiquées

• Premiers soins · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Excel · Souhaitée
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Souhaitée
• Documentation · Souhaitée
• Care Planning · Souhaitée
• Coaching · Souhaitée
• Team Leadership · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Word · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Outlook · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Nursing
• Patient assessment
• Care planning
• Wound care
• Medication administration
• Team leadership
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Documentation
• First aid
• Resident-centered care
• Coaching
• Emergency procedures
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• First Aid
• Management
• Medical Records
• Computer Literacy
• Confidentiality
• Integrated Care
• Emergency Procedures
• English Language
• Psychology
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Midwifery

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