LPN (PV2682)

Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN - Agassiz (20 - 30 minutes drive from Chilliwack)
Join our quiet community as a Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN & impact the lives of our residents in our Senior Communities at Agassiz, conveniently 20-30 minute drive from Chilliwack

Company Name: Pro Vita Care Management 
Job Title:  Licensed Practical Nurse (NOC 32101)
Location of Work: 1525 Mackay Crescent, Agassiz, BC V0M 1A3 
Term of Employment: Casual
Shift(s): Varies
Wage*:  $31.89 - 40.15 per hour

Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN Must Haves:

• Graduation from a recognized Practical Nurses program or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience recognized by the BCCNM.
• Holds an active registration with the BCCNM as an LPN. 
• Maintain Occupational First Aide Level 1 status.
• Satisfactory proof of COVID-19 vaccinations. 
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbal and written.

Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN Nice to Haves:

• Gerontological experience preferred.
• MDS education (Gold Care or Point Click Care).

Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN Responsibilities:

• Observes, monitors, documents and updates information about resident’s physical and psychological condition, care, and nursing procedures.
• Provides and assists with personal care to residents as required.
• Supports emergency staff scheduling, as required.
• Ensures adherence to Infection Control Practices and provides education as required for Outbreak and basic infection control practices. 

Assesses resident health status including, but not limited to:

• Differentiating between normal and abnormal physical findings
• Recognizing deviations from mental health baseline, differentiating between dementia and delirium
• Assesses and monitors resident’s actual and potential strengths and limitations including physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual needs.
• Taking appropriate action such as consulting with the primary physician or making referral to the Mental Health Team.

If you are a kind, caring individual who enjoys connecting with and making a difference in the lives of elders – Apply Today!
*Please note that Healthcare wages are being adjusted and topped up by the government currently, February 2023.

Other Companies Call This Role: 

• Practical Nurse
• General Nurse