LPN- Licensed Practical Nurse

Rotary Hospice House is a community that honors' life, values humility, and shares hope. As an LPN, you treat all residents, volunteers and staff members with respect and courtesy. You regard the dignity and best interests of each resident, recognizing that they have a right and an obligation to take responsibility for personal actions and choices. You are expected to fulfill your LPN obligations and responsibilities with integrity, and perform every duty in a conscientious, diligent and efficient manner.

Hours:

• Week 1 Tuesday - Friday: 7:30 am-3:30 pm
• Week 2 Tuesday - Thursday: 7:30 am-3:30 pm & Friday: 11:30 pm-7:30 am

1. Assumes responsibility for the delivery of care for each resident, ensuring that all personal and nursing care is provided in accordance with the mission of The Salvation Army, agency, regulatory and established ethical guidelines and requirements.
2. Monitors the treatment regime and health status including physical, emotional, spiritual and psychological needs to ensure the safety and well-being of the resident.
3. Applies critical thinking skills to assess the resident's situation, to detect subtle or significant changes in symptoms, in comfort and knows when action is necessary.
4. Performs nursing care to residents including administering prescribed medication and treatments, and observing, recording and reporting symptoms and changes in resident condition; offers compassionate care by remaining open to the goals and values of residents.
5. Communicates clearly and respectfully with all members of the hospice team, with residents and with family members and is able to effectively and patiently collaborate toward arriving at the best practice and best care of residents.
6. Carries out established procedures to offer care for residents, is aware of the upkeep of the facility's equipment (such as fridge temperatures, battery operated devices, emergency equipment, and oxygen concentrators) and uses supplies properly.
7. Provides caring environment to residents and families including facilitating participation of resident and family in care plans.
8. Maintains pertinent records and ensures all documentation is accurate and complete. Maintains strict confidentiality of information with regard to residents and families. Documents in electronic health record and in the E-MAR all medication reconciliations.
9. Participates in professional development opportunities such as in-services to maintain current knowledge and practice.
10. Maintains relationships with all external health agencies, professionals and the community.
11. Performs other related duties as required.

Education/Certifications:

• Completion of the Licensed Practical Nursing Program or equivalency.
• Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.

Experience:

• 1 to 3 years' related work experience.
• Direct experience in hospice/palliative care preferred.Vulnerable sector screening
• Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:

• Background check consent.
• A clear vulnerable sector screening.
• A clean drivers abstract.
• Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training.

The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.