Optima Living

We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide professional nursing care to residents at The Hamlets in Kamloops, BC. The ideal candidate will have a nursing diploma, be registered with the provincial nursing regulatory body, and have experience in a residential care setting.

Requirements

• Ability to develop care plans under the direction of the Director of Care or designate
• Ability to direct and assist care aides in the use of appropriate procedures
• Administer, monitor and record medication administration
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care treatments
• Provide personal care assistance, nursing procedures, and mentorship and coaching of Health Care Aides
• Working with residents to meet care requirements and communicate any concerns to the doctor and manager as needed
• Completion of Nursing diploma
• Registered with provincial nursing regulatory body and in good standing
• Experience in a residential care setting is preferred
• Demonstrate infection control procedures
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with peers, residents, visitors and operational partners
• Superior organizational skills with the ability to handle multi-resident requests
• Superior oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and problem solve
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, bend, squat, kneel and lift 25 pounds
• Display compassion, education, proficiency, and experience while assisting residents
• Completion of CPR and First Aid
• Clear Police Information Check
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check

Benefits

• Relocation reimbursement up to $5,000
• Signing bonuses up to $5,000