Licenced Practical Nurse

Description

• company operating name – Williams Lake Seniors Village
• business address – 1455 Western Avenue, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 5N1
• title of the position – Licensed Practical Nurse

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.

terms of employment – two year permanent position- 30-37.50 hours per week 

• language of work – English
• wage: Starting: $28.00, Post Probationary: $28.46, 1910 hrs: $29.25, 3820 hrs: $30.40 (wage range $28.00 – $30.40)

        benefits package offered (if applicable) – Sunlife benefits Class 61X0:

• location(s) of work – Williams Lake, BC

• contact information- recruit@retirementconcepts.com

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.

Job Types: Full-Time. Job Tags: 28-30.40. Job expires in 365 days.

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