Job Description

The salary range for this position is CAD $34.20/Hr. - CAD $42.79/Hr.Job SummaryCome work as a Supervisor, Home Support with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for Licensed Practical Nurse with experience in a leadership capacity to join the Home Support team in Vancouver, BC as Home Support Supervisor. Apply today to join our team!As a Supervisor, Home Support at VCH you will make your impact by:

• Working in a team based environment in conjunction with the Program Manager and is charged with coordinating and evaluating the home support service including supervising the work activities of designated staff.
• Duties include:

• participation in the planning and coordination of services,
• assisting the Program Manager with administrative activities and optimal use of resources,
• developing, implementing and evaluating strategic plans, goals and objectives, coordinating staffing and scheduling activities,
• developing and instructing staff in the use of new protocols/procedures and equipment,
• preparing budget reports based on compiled financial and statistical records.
• Being knowledgeable of and adhering to the standards of practice and scope of practice as outlined by the the standards of practice of BCCNM for Licenced Practical Nurses.

QualificationsEducation & Experience

• Graduate of a recognized program for Licensed Practical Nurses.
• Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Three (3) years\xe2\x80\x99 recent and related experience, including experience in a leadership capacity or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid BC Class 5 Drivers License. Local area travel requires the use of a personal vehicle.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated medication administration skills as outlined in the LPN Scope of Practice.
• Comprehensive knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client and family care.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and coach team members to promote an efficient and effective team based environment.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems efficiently and be resourceful.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust communication to suit the recipient and/or situation within a complex community environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with coworkers, physicians, other health care staff, clients and their families, one to one and in groups.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration/consultation with others.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and maintain priorities.
• Demonstrated word processing and database skills and computer literacy to operate a computerized client and scheduling information system.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing StatementThe hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada\'s Top 100 Employers in 2024.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.***Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

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