Job Description
Let us welcome you home to Parkwood Court in Victoria, BCOptima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada.Our Vision: For every person to feel at home.This is truly supported by our credo. “Let us welcome you home.” All of us here feel it is an honor to work with our residents and we advocate a resident-centered approach where the Resident, is the focus of all our endeavors.As the Licensed Practical Nurse, you will be responsible for providing professional nursing care to residents, including medication administration as well as mentoring and coaching unregulated staff.Please note this location qualifies for relocation reimbursement up to $5,000, as well as signing bonuses up to $5,000Please note that we are hiring two part time positions: Part time days working 4 shifts per week and part time nights working 2 shift per week.ResponsibilitiesAbility to develop care plans under the direction of the Health & Wellness Manager or designate for the physical, psychological and social care of the residents.Ability to direct and assist care aides in the use of appropriate procedures ensuring the provision of a high standard of resident care.Administer, monitor and record medication administration, educate resident as neededAssists in creating and managing nursing care plans and participate in the evaluation of the current and future medical needs.Demonstrated ability to evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care treatments and informs the Health & Wellness Manager or designate and/or the resident’s physician of significant changes in the condition of any residentProvide personal care assistance, nursing procedures, and mentorship and coaching of Health Care AidesWorking with residents to meet care requirements and communicate any concerns to the doctor and manager as neededDemonstrate ongoing competence utilizing knowledge, skill, judgment, and evidence-based practice in caring for aging adult is vital in this roleEnsure accordance with provincial continuing care health service standards, legislation, codes, regulations, and employment and safety statutesDemonstrate awareness of accident and injury prevention, through safe work practices and proceduresQualifications and ExperienceCompletion of Nursing diplomaRegistered with provincial nursing regulatory body and in good standingExperience in a residential care setting is preferredDemonstrate infection control proceduresExceptional interpersonal skills with peers, residents, visitors and operational partnersSuperior organizational skills with the ability to handle multi-resident requestsSuperior oral and written communication skillsDemonstrate the ability to prioritize and problem solveFlexibility to work a variety of shiftsAbility to stand for extended periods of time, bend, squat, kneel and lift 25 poundsDisplay compassion, education, proficiency, and experience while assisting residentsConditions of EmploymentCompletion of CPR and First AidClear Police Information CheckClear Vulnerable Sector CheckCOVID-19 vaccination. This requirement will be waived if you did not receive the vaccination due to any legislated protected human rights grounds