Job Description

About us GENTLE TOUCH is situated in Vancouver, BC Canada. GENTLE TOUCH is a nursing staffing agency that places qualified healthcare professionals in health care facilities across Canada. We believe in the value of providing an exceptional experience for patients and staff alike, and this is best attained through the right staff-to-patient ratio We have Per Diem assignments available around Vancouver Island. Who we are looking for:

• Must have a valid BCCNM License
• Valid CPR & TB test
• One year experience (preferred)
• Driver\'s license with transportation preferred, but not required*

We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team and provide quality patient care. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing patient needs, developing and implementing nursing care plans, providing treatments and medications, monitoring patient progress, and educating patients and families about health maintenance and disease prevention. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a commitment to patient safety, and the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals. Responsibilities:

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician.
• Observe and document patient\'s condition and progress.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
• Maintain accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
• Provide education to patients and families about health maintenance and disease prevention.
• Communicate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate quality patient care.
• Assist in the development of individualized patient care plans.

Job Type: Part-time
Contract length: 1 month
Part-time hours: 10-40 per week Pay: $40.00-$45.00 per hour Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Nanaimo, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (preferred)
• CPR Certification (preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (preferred)
• Night Shift (preferred)
• Overnight Shift (preferred)

Work Location: In person