Registered Nurse - RN/ RPN

This position is covered under the HEABC wage levelling. Please note the wage is currently being adjusted and topped up by the government and the displayed wage is therefore reflective of such initiative.

About Us

At Retirement Concepts and West Coast Seniors Housing Management we see our communities as a family and we are equally committed to our residents and our staff. We provide an engaging work environment and treat each other with respect and dignity. We invest in the growth and development of our teams to actively participate in the creation of memories and moments that matter to our residents.

About The Role

The Registered Nurse (RN) /Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) reports to the Director of Care and/or designate and is the role model and team leader who coordinates and supervises the activities and duties of those who deliver direct resident care. The RN performs duties and monitors departmental activities in accordance with established standards, regulations, policies and procedures to maximize person served holistic quality care while maintaining resident respect and dignity.

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES: Include but not limited to;

• Assesses residents’ needs; implements and evaluates individualized resident-centred care plans.
• Supports LPN’s to review and update care plans as required, offers clinical decision making support including clinical assessments to support the care team on a daily basis as needed.
• Administers medications and treatments as per established standards, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Responsible for community wound management, assisting LPNs with assessment, treatment and documentation as needed, facilitating referral to Wound Care Specialist when necessary. Submits wound report to Director of Care (DOC) or designate weekly.
• Provides direct care to residents as necessary and liaises with other disciplines and departments to ensure quality focused resident care.
• Liaises with physicians, community agency representatives, families, visitors and volunteers.
• Supports the move in process, works collaboratively with other team members and follows community policies and protocols.

And more responsibilities as listed in the original job description.

Qualifications And Skills

• Graduate of an approved program for Nursing and holds a current license with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as an RN or RPN.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing an asset.
• Valid Occupational First Aid Level 1 certification and CPR.
• Successful annual Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) competency testing.
• Previous experience in a long term care facility an asset.
• Demonstrates collaborative and team working skills.

And more qualifications and skills as listed in the original job description.

Retirement Concepts and West Coast Seniors Housing Management is an equal opportunity employer.