Career opportunity! We would like to hear from you.
Fair Haven Homes Society is looking for Permanent & Casual Licensed Practical Nurses for Burnaby and Vancouver Long Term Care Homes!
Shift times are: Day: 7:00 am -3:00 pm / Evening: 3:00 - 11:00 pm / Night: 11:00 pm - 7:00 am
Who are we?
Fair Haven is a non-profit housing society in Vancouver and Burnaby and recognized as a leader in providing homes that nurture community and quality of life for seniors. We believe in enriching the lives of the Fair Haven community by providing a safe, secure, respectful, inclusive and person-centred environment. We own two long-term care homes as well as three independent living apartment buildings geared towards seniors 55+. We value respect, diversity and partnership.
Who are you?
You are a role model. You foster team work; you are ethical, organized and a problem solver. You have the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships.
You possess a diploma in Practical Nursing and clinical skills applicable to gerontological nursing. New graduates are also welcome!
Key Duties/Responsibilities:
- Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates resident care needs, including physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual.
- Provides direct resident care including administration of medications and treatment.
- Reports problems and/or changes to Registered Nurse or Nurse Manager.
- Communicates, participates, and consults with the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality resident-focused care.
- Maintains paper and electronic documents for accuracy and relevancy, and ensures confidentiality is followed as per policies.
- Provides work direction to other care staff.
- Contributes and maintains a safe environment for residents, family and staff
- Participates in continuous quality improvement, education sessions, resident care conferences, meetings, and committees.
- Provides first aid treatment to staff and residents.
- Performs other related duties as required.
What you bring:
Education, Training, Experience:
- Graduate of an approved school of practical nursing
- Current full practicing licensure with the BC College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM).
- Valid CPR
- Previous experience in Gerontology Nursing an asset.
Job Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in the English language.
- Ability to plan, organize, prioritize work, and problem-solve.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Knowledge and competencies to work at the full scope of practice as currently required by the BCCNM.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Computer literacy
What we offer:
- An organization with growing prospects
- A passionate work environment
- Paid vacation starting at 4 weeks
- Premiums when working evenings, nights and weekends
Interested in this position? We would like to hear from you. Reach out for more information via email, or send your resume directly.
For more info about Fair Haven, please visit https://fairhaven.bc.ca/
Fair Haven Homes Society values equitability, diversity and inclusivity. Our recruitment standards seek to ensure all individuals are treated in a culturally safe manner.
We thank all those for your interest and for taking the time to apply for these positions; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Part-time, Casual
Pay: $32.84-$44.96 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Municipal pension plan
- Paid time off
Application question(s):
- Are you currently authorized to work in Canada?
Licence/Certification:
- BCCNM registration in good standing (required)
- CPR Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
