Overview

company operating name – Kamloops Seniors Village
business address –  1220 Hugh Allan Drive, Kamloops, BC, V1S 2B3
title of the position – Licensed Practical Nurse
Responsibilities

·         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: start rate $28.83, 488 hrs: $29.40, 1950 hrs: $30.00 (wage range $28.83 – $30.00)

Benefits package offered – Sunlife benefits:

 

Benefit Information: HEU 61WZ (KSV)
MSP
No premiums
Extended Health
100% employer paid
Dental
100% employer paid
Life
100% employer paid
AD&D
100% employer paid
LTD
100% employee paid
RRSP – Employer match up to 2%
location(s) of work – Kamloops, 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.