Job Description :

FLOAT LPN (LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE)

Victoria, British Columbia

Full Time, Full Availability $42/h

At Amica we are united in our purpose to provide the best care in Senior Living in a supportive environment. We are setting a new standard for senior living in Canada by combining unparalleled premium hospitality and amenities with expert care and support to deliver a personalized senior living experience. We are committed to enriching the lives of seniors now and as their needs change, and offer Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL) and Memory Care (MC) lifestyle options. Established in 1996, we own and operate over 30 residences in British Columbia and Ontario, and continue to grow in select markets. Find out how you can become part of a team where you belong and make a real impact every day.

JOB SUMMARY

In accordance with applicable corporate policies, provincial legislation, standards and regulations, and the College of Nurses, the Float Wellness Support Nurse (LPN) provides nursing care to residents with an emphasis on resident safety and engagement in the assigned Residence. The Float Wellness Support Nurse will work in a direct-care clinical capacity as a wellness nurse at Amica residences primarily on Vancouver Island. Reporting to the Director of Wellness when within a residence, the Float Wellness Support Nurse's role is centered on direct clinical care. Assignment to a residence in the lower mainland is possible in the event that there is no need on Vancouver Island. Should there be no need on Vancouver Island, the Float Wellness Support Nurse will be assigned other duties based on operational needs.

KEY DUTIES

Provides nursing care to residents, develops, evaluates and modifies support plans, participates in care planning and works collaboratively with other members of the multi-disciplinary team to deliver resident-centred care by:
Functionally supervises Resident Care Partners to ensure that resident care requirements are being met by:.
Contributes to the resolution of infection control and health and safety issues.
Collaboratively works with other departments to ensure wellness standards are maintained and resident safety is prioritized.
Keeps the residence Director of Wellness promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance and takes corrective action where necessary or suggests alternative courses of action.
Performs all duties and responsibilities in a timely and effective manner in accordance with established company policies to achieve the overall objectives of the position.
Ensures that work is carried out in accordance with applicable environmental, health and safety legislation, policies and procedures and all other Ministry of Health and wellness legislation and standards, policies and procedures relevant to the work.
Performs other related duties consistent with the duties outlined above as assigned.

HOW Do I Qualify?

Education:

Licensed Practical Nursing diploma from a recognized and accredited college

License/Designation:

Member in good standing with a current registration with the College of Nurses in the province of jurisdiction
Medication Administration certification
First Aid and CPR certified

Experience:

Three (3) years experience as a LPN in a health care environment

Knowledge:

Skills associated with geriatric-gerontology practices
Principles of activation and rehabilitation in gerontological nursing
Needs of retirement care residents and the aging process
Infection control guidelines
Medication administration standards
Nursing documentation standards
Principles of verbal and non-verbal communication
Infectious diseases and preventive measures
Lifting, transferring and positioning techniques
Equipment operation specific to specialty area
Legislative regulations and policies related to retirement care
Applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

Ability to provide quality care using the knowledge, skills, judgement and attitudes needed to practice safely
Ability to administer medications and perform nursing care procedures safely
Ability to identify and report changes in resident condition or needs through observation of physical and mental condition/behaviour
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of people
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to treat residents with respect, dignity and care
Ability to contribute effectively as a team member
Problem solving and analytical skills
Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and electronic care systems
Ability to maintain confidentiality of resident information
Ability to work in a flexible environment to meet the needs of the residents, including weekend and holiday coverage, as required

Personal Suitability:

Soft skills- Demonstrated ability to adjust to different residences, management styles and needs at each residence.
Must be able to work Days/Evenings/Nights/Weekends
Demonstrates a strong desire to serve and care for seniors
Open, friendly and responsive
Able to apply tact, discretion and sound judgement
Meets the physical demands of the job
Trustworthy, empathetic, reliable and adaptable
Shows initiative and commitment to excellence
Resident service oriented
Routine attendance of regularly scheduled shifts

Desirable Qualifications:

Courses in gerontology, aging or dementia are an asset
Experience with YARDI (electronic care system) is an asset

At Amica Senior Lifestyles we are passionate about working together in a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters innovation and turns ideas into action. We remain committed to creating workplaces that reflect the communities in which we operate. We are actively seeking applicants from all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, Black, Indigenous, racialized people, and persons with disabilities and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for our positions.

Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.