Under the direction of the Care Manager, you will provide direct, hands on nursing care to residents, including providing guidance to residents in the provision of activities of daily living and programs developed to enhance the psychological, social and recreational needs of Residents.
Current registration and valuable standing with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of British Columbia
Current CPR/ AED and Standard First Aid certification
Minimum 1 year recent experience working with geriatrics, long-term care, Assisted Living environment required
Valuable oral, verbal, and written communication skills – English is essential
Effectively deal with others including coworkers, residents, and families
Respects each resident as an individual and is aware of his/her need for self-respect, privacy, and the right to share in decisions about his/her care
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to critically think and problem solve
Ability to effectively organize workload
Ability to operate related equipment
Ability to operate computers at a basic level
Has knowledge of skilled accountability with provincial regulatory college
Is competent in the provision of skilled nursing services according to practice scope
Ability to self recertify on expiration of both CPR/AED and Standard First Aid certificates
Maintains current knowledge in Gerontology annually through ongoing education (Training, workshops, certificate programs etc.)
Pay: $40.00-$45.00 per hour
Education:
AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)