lpn (pv2705)

Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN - Villa Carital Care Home
Address: 3050 Penticton St, Vancouver, V5M 4W2

Join our team as a Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) & impact the lives of our residents in our Long Term Care in Vancouver

Shift(s):
Full-time: 4 days on 2 days off, 03:00pm - 11:00pm, 37.5 hours/week
Full-time: 4 days on 2 days off, 11:00pm - 07:00am, 35 hours/week
Full-time (Temporary) : 4 days on & 2 days off, 2 days at 07:00am - 03:00pm and 2 days at 03:00pm - 11:00pm, 35 hours/week

Explore our AMAZING bonuses and perks

• Working bonus for your dedicated hours.
• Competitive *Wage: $ $41.35 /hour
• Signing/working bonus up to $1000
• Comprehensive benefits package - including extended health & dental with 80-100% coverage, Employee Assistance Program and more
• Wellness Program.
• Opportunities for advancement within the organization through Talent Management.
• Continuing education support.
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Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN Qualifications:

• Graduation from a recognized Practical Nurses program or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience recognized by the BCCNM.
• Holds an active registration with the BCCNM as an LPN.
• Maintain Occupational First Aide Level 1 status.
• 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.
• Gerontological experience preferred.
• MDS education (Gold Care or Point Click Care).

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.

If you are a kind, caring individual who enjoys connecting with and making a difference in the lives of elders – Apply Today
*Please note that Healthcare wages are being adjusted and topped up by the government currently, February 2023.
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