_ Casual Licensed Practical Nurse # 2024-003 _

Location: Parkview Place, Vanderhoof, BC
Hours of Work: 2 positions:

On call as needed, Sunday to Saturday shifts 8am to 4pm, hours of work maybe changed as required by programming or client service delivery.

Closing Date: Until Filled

Start Date: ASAP
Salary: $31.91 - $36.63/hr as per CSSEA & CSSBA Collective Agreement (Grid Level 13-P-LPN)

Job Summary
Aurora Home is an innovative and state of the art home for adults living with mild to moderate Dementia. It is a pilot project and the first of its kind in BC. The goal of Aurora Home is to assist the individuals to maintain their cognitive capacity and independence for as long as they possibly, before requiring more complex level of care home.

Licensed Practical Nurse assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care in Aurora Home at our new Parkview Place facility in accordance with the competency guidelines within the Professional Standards, outlined by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of BC and the current legislative scope of practice. This includes the pro motion, maintenance and restoration of health of clients and prevention, treatment and palliation of illness and injury.

Qualifications & Experience:
Graduation from an approved Practical Nursing Program.
Current Registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of British Columbia (CLPNBC)
One year of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience recognized by the CLPNBC.
Must be sensitive to & respectful of cultural differences, differences in socio-economic status & lifestyle diversity.
Knowledge of relevant socio-historical events relevant to Indigenous culture
Intermediate Computer Skills (moderate understanding of operating systems, word processing, graphics, spreadsheets, databases)

Required:
Valid class 5 driver's license & satisfactory drivers abstract
Criminal Record Check clearance
COVID19 Fully Vaccinated (2 shots) required & TB Test
This position requires union membership
Food Safe course (Level 1), Valid first aid certificate and CPR

Our Commitment to You:
We make significant investments in our people, which is why we take great care to hire those who we believe will thrive at Connexus. As a Connexus Team member, you can expect to be treated with dignity and respect, to be challenged with your work, and to have the autonomy necessary to excel.
Interesting and relevant training and development opportunities
Connexus is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $31.91-$36.63 per hour

Benefits:
Paid time off
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Application question(s):
Are you a Canadian citizen or legally entitled to work in Canada?

Education:
DCS / DEC (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
LPN/RPN (required)

Ability to Commute:
Vanderhoof, BC (preferred)

Ability to Relocate:
Vanderhoof, BC: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person