Are you interested in relocating to Victoria, BC as an LPN? Baptist Housing has some excellent opportunities in our long-term care community, The Heights at Mt. View. Relocation assistance to Victoria is available for successful applicants.
Shifts are 8 hours with a rotation of days and evenings with .98 FTE lines available
The Opportunity
At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. As an LPN, you will provide person-centered care, collaborate with RN's, implement wellness programs, maintain accurate records and promote health and safety practices.
Requirements
Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma from a recognized, post-secondary institution.
Member in good standing or eligible for membership with British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM)
Current First Aid Certificate
Food Safe Certificate
About The Role
As a Licensed Practical Nurse at the Heights at Mt. View community in Baptist Housing, you'll embrace a person-centred approach to care, contributing to comprehensive care planning and evaluating service delivery. Adhering to the highest standards of practice and ethics outlined by the BCCNM, your role will involve a diverse range of nursing interventions, from assessments to medication administration. You'll collaborate closely with Registered Nurses (RNs) for complex cases and consultations and, under the guidance of managers and RNs, implement wellness programs, fostering a positive environment for both teams and residents. You will also maintain meticulous resident charting and information using advanced systems like Point-Click Care and EMAR, ensuring accurate reporting of acute resident information to our RNs. As an ambassador of Baptist Housing, you'll model our ministry values and demonstrate servant leadership by prioritizing the needs of others and maintaining positive relationships with residents, team members, families, and partners.Victoria ranks among the top twenty world cities for quality of life. While you serve all six of our Victoria seniors' communities, your work location will be The Heights at Mount View, a seven-story, 260-suite long-term care community in Saanich.
About You
You are a dedicated LPN whose approach to care is defined by compassion and empathy. Your ability to connect with residents on a personal level goes beyond fulfilling your duties; it's a heartfelt commitment to exceeding their needs. Your communication skills are exceptional, allowing you to convey instructions clearly and maintain a sense of calm in challenging situations. Your resilience shines through in complex and stressful moments, demonstrating adaptability and organizational prowess in adjusting care strategies as needed. Residents feel valued and heard in your presence, thanks to your attentive listening and genuine care. Your medical knowledge encompasses not only the normal aging process but also the complexities of altered cognitive function and age-related diseases, allowing you to tailor care strategies accordingly. You possess a deep understanding of medication administration protocols, standard precaution techniques, outbreak management, and pain management strategies, among other essential elements of healthcare delivery. Your collaborative nature has earned you the respect of your colleagues, who see you as a valuable team member. You bring a sense of humor and a fun-loving spirit to the care environment, creating a welcoming atmosphere for all.
Compensation and Benefits
The Master Collective Compensation detailed in the Provincial BC Nurses Collective Agreement encompasses competitive vacation allowances along with extended health and dental benefits, a municipal pension plan, an employee and family assistance program, and opportunities for professional development. Level 3 RNs are compensated at an hourly rate ranging from $40.21 to $54.28.
About Us
Baptist Housing provides enhanced living communities and exceptional care to over 2700 seniors in British Columbia. We provide long term care, assisted living, independent living, and home support in our communities in Kelowna, Vancouver, and Victoria. We serve through a culture of caring where we put the wellness of our residents first in a person centred approach. We live out a servant leadership model that collaborates in teams and builds strong relationships while exemplifying Christ-like values. We're a committed group of people who bring their whole selves to work, and we're also FUN! We take what we do seriously, but not ourselves. We're affiliated with the Fellowship Pacific Baptist churches.
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Our Promise
At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. Joining Baptist Housing means becoming a part of a committed and compassionate team that strives to create a warm and relational community where you can confidently bring your whole self to work, knowing that your contributions are valued and recognized. Our people and our values are what set us apart, and together we make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.
Why Work at Baptist Housing?
Meaningful Service: Your work matters! You can make a real impact on the lives of our residents. Your role is both fulfilling and purposeful.
Supportive & Fun Community: We're more than colleagues. Experience a supportive, safe and fun environment where we take our work seriously, but not ourselves.
Competitive Compensation: Enjoy competitive salaries and benefits, including extended health and dental coverage, a retirement savings plan, and paid vacation time.
Recognition & Appreciation: Experience appreciation events and receive recognition awards through our team programs.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual
Pay: $31.89-$40.15 per hour
Benefits:
Dental care
Extended health care
Schedule:
Day shift
Evening shift
Night shift
Application question(s):
Are you able to commute or relocate to Victoria, BC for this opportunity?
Can you provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination?
Licence/Certification:
LPN License with the BCCNM (required)