LPN; Casual

Position: LPN (Casual)
Location: Fort Langley

Education & Experience

Currently registered in good standing with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)

Graduation from an accredited Practical Nurse Program

Minimum of two (2) years nursing experience in long term care is preferred

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care, including administration of medications, medical treatments and documented procedures as per provincial regulations, professional standards of practice and facility policies and procedures.

Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care plans and treatments

Assist with admissions, discharges and transfers of residents

Ensure the appropriate clinical assessment of residents is completed and followed up on through a care plan or planned intervention. Assessments include, but are not limited to Braden Scale, SLUMS, Morse Fall Risk, basic vital signs, neuro vital signs, medication reviews and Care Conferencing processes.

Develop and implement individualized care plans and ensure the plans are implemented.

Liaises with Residents’ families, updating them with any changes in health status, medication changes, or personal care needs.

Required Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Must have the ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relations by displaying tact, courtesy and patience with residents, guests, volunteers and employees.

Respects and maintains the spirit, dignity and individuality of the residents.

Able to work independently with minimum supervision and possess solid critical thinking and decision-making skills.

Physically and mentally able to carry out the duties of the position under minimum supervision

Leads and supports staff and volunteers to advance resident health and social goals

Fluency in English both written and orally

Safely and efficiently operate all equipment associated with the duties of the position

Full role profile available upon request