Licensed Practical Nurse Full Time

• company operating name – Kamloops Seniors Village
• business address – 1220 Hugh Allan Drive, Kamloops, BC, V1S 2B3
• title of the position – Licensed Practical Nurse
Responsibilities
• Be an engaged collaborative team player, developing and maintaining professional relationships that support and strengthen the organizational culture and purpose.
• Assesses residents’ needs; implements and evaluates individualized resident-centered care plans.
• Ensures residents rights are observed and adheres to a holistic 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 as a 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 and psychological 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.
• Supports the administrative requirements at the community in accordance with established standards, including but not limited to; admissions, discharge and ensuring confidentiality is maintained at all times.
• Actively participates in orientation of new staff, community programs, meetings, committees and educational in-services.
• Provides coaching and direction to care staff as needed and uses in the moment education to improve resident care which includes completing all Point of Care (POC) documentation. Seeks assistance/support from RN or designate as needed.
• Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of community policies and procedures, particularly those concerning emergency procedures including equipment management, guidance and assistance on safe work practices.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• terms of employment – two year permanent position- 30-37.50 hours per week
• language of work – English
• wage: start rate $28.83, 488 hrs: $29.40, 1950 hrs: $30.00 (wage range $28.83 – $30.00)
Benefits package offered – Sunlife benefits:

Benefit Information: HEU 61WZ (KSV)
MSP No premiums
Extended Health 100% employer paid
Dental 100% employer paid
Life 100% employer paid
AD&D 100% employer paid
LTD 100% employee paid
RRSP – Employer match up to 2%

• location(s) of work – Kamloops, BC
• contact information- [email protected]
Qualifications and Skills:
• Graduate of an approved program for Practical Nursing and 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 an asset.
• All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines (see BCCNM license).
• Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and written instructions.
• Computer skills including the ability to navigate basic computer programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Ability to push, pull, stoop, crouch, lift and carry up to 25 lbs. Must be able to work with cleaners, detergents and other cleaning equipment.