Job description:
Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN - Carlton Gardens
Pro Vita Care Management is looking for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) with a passion for the elderly to join one of our team to support our residents in Long Term Care in Burnaby.
| Location of Work: |
4108 Norfolk Street, Burnaby, V5G 0B4 |
| Term of Employment: |
Casual |
| Shift(s): |
Days Vary, 6:30am - 2:30pm, 2:30pm - 10:30pm, 10:30pm - 6:30pm |
Explore our AMAZING bonuses and perks!
- Competitive *Wage: $32.84 - $41.35/ hour
- Comprehensive benefits package - including extended health & dental that includes prescription drug coverage, acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage
therapy, naturopathy care, osteopathic care, physiotherapy, psychologist care, speech therapy, & more!
- Dental care that includes basic dental, exams, preventative, routine care and dental restorations.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Group life insurance
- Wellness Program
- Opportunities for advancement within the organization through Talent Management.
- Continuing education support.
- Click to learn more about what we can offer you!
Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN Must Haves:
- Graduation from a recognized Practical Nurses program or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience recognized by the BCCNM.
- Holds an active registration with the BCCNM as an LPN.
- Maintain Occupational First Aide Level 1 status.
- Satisfactory proof of COVID-19 vaccinations.
- Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbal and written.
Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN Nice to Haves:
- Gerontological experience preferred.
- MDS education (Gold Care or Point Click Care).
Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN Responsibilities:
- Observes, monitors, documents and updates information about resident’s physical and psychological condition, care, and nursing procedures.
- Provides and assists with personal care to residents as required.
- Supports emergency staff scheduling, as required.
- Ensures adherence to Infection Control Practices and provides education as required for Outbreak and basic infection control practices.
Assesses resident health status including, but not limited to:
- Differentiating between normal and abnormal physical findings
- Recognizing deviations from mental health baseline, differentiating between dementia and delirium
- Assesses and monitors resident’s actual and potential strengths and limitations including physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual needs.
- Taking appropriate action such as consulting with the primary physician or making referral to the Mental Health Team.
If you are a kind, caring individual who enjoys connecting with and making a difference in the lives of elders – Apply Today!
*Please note that Healthcare wages are being adjusted and topped up by the government currently, February 2023.
Other Companies Call This Role:
- Practical Nurse
- General Nurse
