LPN - Exciting Opportunity at Wexford Creek Seniors Community in Nanaimo

Make a meaningful impact in residents' lives—join our compassionate team today

- Salary: $32.84 - $41.35 per hour

Are you a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a real impact? Join Pro Vita Care Management and become part of a supportive team committed to providing high-quality care.

Available Positions

- Permanent / Temporary Full time
- Casuals: Hours Varies

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.
- Active registration as an LPN with BCCNM
- Maintains a Valid First Aid and CPR "A" Certificate.
- Maintain Occupational First Aide Level 1 status (may be a Level 2 depending on site).
- Satisfactory proof of COVID-19 vaccinations.
- Passes and complies with Ministry of Justice Criminal record Check upon hire and every 5 years thereafter.
- Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbal and written.

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
- Assessing and monitoring 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.

Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN Nice to Haves:

- Gerontological experience preferred.
- MDS education (Gold Care or Point Click Care).
- 1-2 years’ experience in a complex care site is preferred .

*Please note that Healthcare wages are being adjusted and topped up by the government currently, August 2024.

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📌 LPN - Nanaimo
🏢 ProVita Care Management
📍 Nanaimo