My Nursera Canada is a trusted healthcare platform who strives to provide top-notch healthcare at market leading prices to long-term care facilities across BC.
We are looking for a caring, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a passion for the elderly to join an amazing care team at a beautiful Victoria Long-Term Care Facility.
Facility Address:
Victoria BC.
Position Details:
Full time and casual roles, primarily days and eves, with some nights.
Compensation:
$51.00-54.00 per hour plus overnight and overtime at 2x
Full benefits (Dental, Eyecare, Prescription, Massage etc.) after 3 months
Job description:
Performs nursing assessments within the scope of practice of a Licensed Practical Nurse..
Implement and evaluate nursing care to residents, including medication administration.
Perform wound care with assistance from the RNs in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
Working with the RN, based on assessments, contributes to the development and ongoing changes to the individualized plan of care.
Ability to administer oral, transdermal, intramuscular, and subcutaneous medications including PRN medication in accordance with organizational and pharmaceutical policies and procedures.
Provide work direction and supervision by assigning and delegating tasks to HCA's.
Maintain a safe environment for residents, significant others, and staff by adhering to established health and safety policies, standards and procedures including emergency procedures and infection control guidelines.
Report to and perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Care.
Qualifications:
Current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals.
Graduate of recognized school of nursing.
Current CPR and First Aid certification.
Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
Certificate of Geriatric Nursing or previous experience (preferred)* 1 year of LPN experience in Canada (preferred)*