AgeCare Ltd.
[B] Licensed Practical Nurse, Union-Casual-Arbutus Care Centre
AgeCare Ltd., Union, New Jersey, us, 07083
Licensed Practical Nurse, Union-Casual-Arbutus Care Centre
Apply locations: Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaTime type: Part timePosted on: Posted 25 Days AgoJob requisition id: R24_01412Reporting to the Director of Care, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient-oriented, goal-directed nursing care in accordance with the provincial standards of care.
Key ResponsibilitiesTo work as a member of the inter-professional team as described by our Professional Practice Model applying the person-centered approach to care;To complete and ensure resident's clinical care assessments, care/service plans and documentation are accurate, up to date and changes communicated as required;To implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care/service plans and make changes as required;To assist with scheduling of resident's care conferences and participate in conferences where applicable;To work closely with the Director of Care to facilitate resident's move in, move out and transfers;To provide direct resident care and medication/treatment administration and document care in compliance with regulatory and Resident Care standards and policies and procedures;To process the orders and safe keep drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance with all regulatory requirements, scope of practice and policies and procedures;To facilitate and provide resident/family education;To plan, coordinate, manage & evaluate the resident's care plan working with the resident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing & interdisciplinary team and contracted service providers;To coordinate nursing team's resident care assignments to ensure efficient and timely delivery of services to residents;To respond to and manage significant changes in resident's condition and or medical emergencies; provide emergency first aid;To teach, delegate to, and direct unregulated care providers;To coordinate emergency response in the absence of Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness/Executive Director;To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken and or concern communicated to Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness/Executive Director and other departments;To follow and assist the Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of Infection Prevention and Control, Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and Quality/Safety Plans for the Nursing Department;To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in the Code of Conduct;To complete other duties as assigned.
QualificationsCurrent registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in applicable Province/State;Experience working in a senior's environment and with unregulated care providers preferred;Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset;Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skills;Must have demonstrated sound clinical knowledge;Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required;Computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft office applications.Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.
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Apply locations: Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaTime type: Part timePosted on: Posted 25 Days AgoJob requisition id: R24_01412Reporting to the Director of Care, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient-oriented, goal-directed nursing care in accordance with the provincial standards of care.
Key ResponsibilitiesTo work as a member of the inter-professional team as described by our Professional Practice Model applying the person-centered approach to care;To complete and ensure resident's clinical care assessments, care/service plans and documentation are accurate, up to date and changes communicated as required;To implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care/service plans and make changes as required;To assist with scheduling of resident's care conferences and participate in conferences where applicable;To work closely with the Director of Care to facilitate resident's move in, move out and transfers;To provide direct resident care and medication/treatment administration and document care in compliance with regulatory and Resident Care standards and policies and procedures;To process the orders and safe keep drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance with all regulatory requirements, scope of practice and policies and procedures;To facilitate and provide resident/family education;To plan, coordinate, manage & evaluate the resident's care plan working with the resident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing & interdisciplinary team and contracted service providers;To coordinate nursing team's resident care assignments to ensure efficient and timely delivery of services to residents;To respond to and manage significant changes in resident's condition and or medical emergencies; provide emergency first aid;To teach, delegate to, and direct unregulated care providers;To coordinate emergency response in the absence of Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness/Executive Director;To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken and or concern communicated to Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness/Executive Director and other departments;To follow and assist the Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of Infection Prevention and Control, Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and Quality/Safety Plans for the Nursing Department;To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in the Code of Conduct;To complete other duties as assigned.
QualificationsCurrent registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in applicable Province/State;Experience working in a senior's environment and with unregulated care providers preferred;Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset;Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skills;Must have demonstrated sound clinical knowledge;Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required;Computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft office applications.Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.
If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!
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