Supervisor (LPN) - Home Support

Vancouver Coastal Health • Vancouver, BC

6d • CA$34 - CA$43 • Hybrid

About The Position

Within the context of a community care model and in accordance with the established policies, procedures, vision and values of the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority, North Shore/Coast Garibaldi Service Delivery Area, the Supervisor, Home Support works in a team based environment in conjunction with the Program Manager and is charged with coordinating and evaluating the home support service including supervising the work activities of designated staff. Duties include participation in the planning and coordination of services, assisting the Program Manager with administrative activities and optimal use of resources, developing, implementing and evaluating strategic plans, goals and objectives, coordinating staffing and scheduling activities, developing and instructing staff in the use of new protocols/procedures and equipment, and preparing budget reports based on compiled financial and statistical records. Is knowledgeable of and adheres to the standards of practice and scope of practice as outlined by the the standards of practice of BCCNM for Licenced Practical Nurses.

Requirements

• Graduate of a recognized program for Licensed Practical Nurses.
• Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Three (3) years’ recent and related experience, including experience in a leadership capacity or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid BC Class “V” Driver’s License. Local area travel requires the use of a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and evaluating the home support service.
• Supervising the work activities of designated staff.
• Participation in the planning and coordination of services.
• Assisting the Program Manager with administrative activities and optimal use of resources.
• Developing, implementing and evaluating strategic plans, goals and objectives.
• Coordinating staffing and scheduling activities.
• Developing and instructing staff in the use of new protocols/procedures and equipment.
• Preparing budget reports based on compiled financial and statistical records.
• Demonstrated medication administration skills as outlined in the LPN Scope of Practice.
• Comprehensive knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client and family care.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and coach team members to promote an efficient and effective team based environment.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems efficiently and be resourceful.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust communication to suit the recipient and/or situation within a complex community environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with coworkers, physicians, other health care staff, clients and their families, one to one and in groups.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration/consultation with others.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and maintain priorities.
• Demonstrated word processing and database skills and computer literacy to operate a computerized client and scheduling information system.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree