License Practical Nurse - Casual (Evening & Night)
About The Position
This is a casual position for a Licensed Practical Nurse working evening and night shifts. The role involves collaborating with the Care Team to assess, plan, implement, and monitor resident safety, addressing physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual needs. Responsibilities include performing nursing procedures, evaluating resident outcomes, providing personal care, contributing to care plans, documenting information, administering medication, maintaining a safe environment, responding to incidents, and transferring residents. The position also requires supporting the New Vista Model of Service, Mission, Vision, Values, and Person-Centered Care principles.
Requirements
- Graduation from a Recognized Program for Practical Nurses and holds a valid BC Practical Nurse license in good standing
- At least 2 years’ experience working with older adults.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
- Ability to organize work
- Ability to operate related equipment
Nice To Haves
- Applicant has more availability to work Evening (15:00-23:00) and Night Shifts. (23:00-07:00)
Responsibilities
- Work in collaboration with the Care Team to assess, plan, implement and monitor resident safety including physiological, psychological, socio-cultural and spiritual needs on a on-going basis
- Perform nursing procedures such as applying and changing sterile and/or non-sterile dressings, colostomy care and irrigation, taking/recording blood pressures and temperature.
- Evaluate resident outcomes; record observation and report problem and/or changes to designate
- Provide personal care and assistance to residents
- Provide a supportive environment for the resident; contributing to the development and modification of resident care plans; attend and provide input into interdisciplinary care meetings.
- Document and update relevant information to ensure resident safety
- Administers medication consistent with established policies and procedures
- Maintain a safe working environment for the residents
- Responds to a variety of incidents such as codes, injuries, or falls, aggressive behavior and fire alarms. Report incidents and fills out appropriate forms in accordance with established procedures
- Transfer residents utilizing established techniques and mechanical aids.
- Supports the New Vista Model of Service, Mission, Vision, Values and Person Centered Care principles
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
