Licensed Practical Nurse

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

Position Summary

Reporting to the Registered Nurse/Clinical Care Coordinator and Director of Care, the Licensed Practical Nurse assists in the planning, assessing and implementation and evaluation of holistic resident care within the standards of practice as outlined by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of BC and within the current legislative scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• The main purpose of jobs at this level is to perform Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) duties within the competency guidelines and standards of practice outlined by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of BC, the current defined scope of practice and employer policies within an acute or community healthcare setting.
• The Level 1 Nurse (LPN) provides nursing services and interventions to patients, clients and/or residents with stable and predictable health status, based on assessment and care planning procedures, and within the LPN scope of practice. LPN’s coordinate health services, and provide support in activities of daily living, including administering medication.
• Work involves collaboration with RN/RPN’s and/or immediate supervisor when patient, client and/or resident condition is no longer stable and predictable, or the care is outside the LPN scope of practice. The position is responsible to provide safety and health information to individuals and their families, share work related information with others, demonstrate clinical tasks and provide guidance to others.
• Work is frequently performed under a variety of working conditions which may include exposure to hazards, disease, and inclement weather.
• Participates in safety programs and follows OH&S directives relating to transfers, lifts, infection control, WCB and Fire Safety.
• Assists in the orientation of new employees.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

1.       Education and Experience:

• Graduation from a recognized program for Licensed Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Current full practicing licensure with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of B.C. (CPLBC)

2.    Skills and Abilities:

• Responsive, outgoing attitude and good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Competence to type and effectively utilize a variety of computer software applications.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work, meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency to communicate effectively in English – both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out duties of this position.

Compensation:

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.