Licensed Practical Nurse

PLEA Community Services is currently seeking a Regular Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our Adult Services - Vancouver team located in Vancouver, BC. The proposed start date for this position is as soon as possible. This position requires BCGEU membership.

The Licensed Practical Nurse performs nursing care for participants in Adult Services. The LPN will assess and plan treatment for the individual that aligns with Professional Standards of the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives. They will also provide guidance for participants regarding personal health, hygiene, and daily living activities.

Hours of Work: The usual hours of work in this position are Monday to Friday, based on a flextime scheduling arrangement, including days and evenings, of 37.5 working hours per week.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Graduation from an approved Practical Nursing Program.
• Current Registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• One (1) year of recent related experience.

Closing date for Internal Applications: The deadline for internal applications has now passed and we are welcoming applications from external candidates.

Who We Are:

PLEA is an accredited, charitable community services organization that has operated throughout BC for more than 40 years. We deliver community-based services and specialized supported homes to children, youth, adults and families facing significant challenges in their lives. We continually adapt our programs to suit each individual's diverse strengths, needs and circumstances. As a result, we have a strong reputation for helping those we serve to overcome the challenges they face and lead fulfilling lives.

What You Will Do: 

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care to meet the needs of participants in accordance with competency guidelines within the established standards of practice and current legislative scope of practice.
• Share knowledge, provide direction, assignment and supervision to unregulated care providers as appropriate.
• Provide input regarding participants' needs, performance and progress. Attend multidisciplinary care meetings.
• Perform nursing care and procedures and evaluate outcomes.
• Encourage and assist participants in activities of daily living as required, such as feeding, lifts and transfers, bathing, oral hygiene and toileting.
• Administer medication to participants and provide medication reminders in accordance with established policy and procedures.
• Observe participants and their environments, and report unsafe conditions and behavioural, physical and/or cognitive changes to supervisor.
• Provide emotional support and feedback to participants and their families.
• Complete and maintain related records and documentation such as progress notes, observations and participant charting. Report problems and/or changes to designated staff. Answer general inquiries by telephone and in person and provide direction and routine information about programs and policies.
• Identify social, economic, recreational and educational services in the community that will meet the needs of participants and assist them to participate as appropriate and as dictated by their desires and person-centred plans.
• Protect and uphold confidentiality.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What You Will Bring:

• Demonstrated ability to apply decision making and analytical skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong conflict management skills.
• Demonstrated organization and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work pursuant to the standards of practice under the BCCNM.
• Demonstrated ability to implement the nursing process as a systematic guide to participant-centred care.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, make sound decisions and be held accountable for results.
• Demonstrated ability to be sensitive and understanding of individuals' social realities including issues of race, culture, religion, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, poverty and lifestyle.
• Demonstrated knowledge of issues and trends related to the program.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, database systems and web-based conferencing tools.

PLEA Benefits and Perks

• Eligibility to enroll in health/welfare benefits on the first day of the month following the completion of the probation period, including access to the annual physical activity fund (for fitness-related items or activities) and the annual education fund (to take part in career-related courses or training events).
• Enrollment in the Municipal Pension Plan, as per the plan's criteria.
• Access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP): counselling support services and wellness resources for employees and their immediate family members.
• Discounted gym membership at Club 16 Trevor Linden and She's Fit.
• Perkopolis membership: an exclusive discount program for a variety of products and services (clothes, furniture, dining, auto, events, etc.)
• Agency-Sponsored Social Events (i.e., summer barbecue, annual holiday party, and team days).

Minimum Requirements:

• Satisfactory Criminal Record Clearance.
• Must possess a valid Basic First Aid certificate (formerly OFA Level 1) or be willing to obtain one prior to hire.
• Use of personal vehicle for work-related travel. This position requires travel in the Lower Mainland and the Fraser Valley.
• A valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's License, and suitable driver's abstract/claims history.
• Documentation that the applicant is legally approved to work in Canada.

Note: PLEA conducts primary source verification of applicant's credentials including education, training, work history, and licensure.