Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
Job in
Langley, BC, Canada
Listing for:
Retirement Concepts
Full Time
position
Listed on 2025-12-30
Job specializations:
-
Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Nursing Home, LPN/LVN
Job Description & How to Apply Below
This position is covered under the HEABC wage levelling. Please note the wage is currently being adjusted and topped up by the government and the displayed wage is therefore reflective of such initiative.
About Us
At West Coast Seniors Housing Management, we see our communities as a family and we are equallycommitted to our residents and our staff. We provide an engaging workenvironment and treat each other with respect and dignity. We invest in thegrowth and development of our teams to actively participate in the creation ofmemories and moments that matter to our residents.
Aboutthe Role
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) reports to the Director of Care and/or designate. This position isthe role model and team leader to an assigned comunity, and responsible for coordinatingcare delivery of the persons served. The LPN performs duties and monitorsdepartmental activities in accordance with their scope of practice, establishedstandards, regulations, policies and procedures to maximize individualized andresident-centred care.
Responsibilities
Include but not limited to:
Be an engaged collaborative team player, developing andmaintaining professional relationships that support and strengthen theorganizational culture and purpose.Assesses residents’ needs; implements and evaluates individualized resident-centered care plans.Ensures residents rights are observed and adheres to aholistic 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 asa 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 andpsychological 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.Supportsthe administrative requirements at the community in accordance with establishedstandards, including but not limited to; admissions, discharge and ensuringconfidentiality is maintained at all times.Actively participates in orientation of new staff, community programs, meetings, committees and educational in-services.Providescoaching and direction to care staff as needed and uses in the moment educationto improve resident care which includes completing all Point of Care (POC) documentation. Seeks assistance/support from RN or designate as needed.Maintainsan up-to-date knowledge of community policies and procedures, particularlythose concerning emergency procedures including equipment management, guidanceand assistance on safe work practices.Performsother related duties as required.Qualificationsand
Skills:
Graduate of an approved program for Practical Nursingand 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 anasset.All successful applicants must pass the vulnerablesector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines (see BCCNMlicense).Ability to read, write, and speak English proficientlyand understand verbal and written instructions.Computer skills including the ability to navigate basiccomputer programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook.Ability to push, pull, stoop, crouch, lift and carry upto 25 lbs. Must be able to work with cleaners, detergents and other cleaningequipment.West Coast Seniors Housing Management
is an equalopportunity employer.
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