The Licensed Practical Nurse delivers goal-directed, patient-focused nursing care in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, ensuring residents receive high-quality, compassionate care while upholding provincial standards. Key duties include conducting assessments, implementing and evaluating care plans, administering medications, coordinating with physicians, and providing direction to unregulated care providers.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and hold current CPR and First Aid certifications, along with proficiency in electronic documentation. Experience in senior or long-term care and education in gerontology are preferred assets.
Time ManagementFirst Aid CertificationPerson-Centered CareCare PlanningDelegationCritical ThinkingMedication AdministrationEmergency ResponseCPR CertificationCare CoordinationLicensed Practical NurseElectronic DocumentationClinical KnowledgeResident AssessmentsNarcotics Management
Job description
Relocation Bonus – Up to $10,000 AgeCare offers a relocation bonus of up to $10,000 to support licensed professional nurses relocating to rural and select urban communities in British Columbia.
Conditions may apply; please contact us for details.
Join Our Team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Make a meaningful impact while growing your career in a supportive, person-centered environment.
The Opportunity Reporting to the Director of Care, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays a key role in delivering goal-directed, patient-focused nursing care in accordance with provincial standards.
As a valued member of an interdisciplinary team, you’ll help ensure residents receive high-quality, compassionate care that supports their dignity and well-being.
What You Will Do Work collaboratively with the care team using a person-centered care approach.
Conduct and maintain accurate resident assessments, care plans, and documentation; communicate updates as needed.
Implement and evaluate care plans, adjusting as required.
Participate in resident care conferences and support scheduling.
Assist with resident transitions including move-ins, discharges, and transfers.
Provide direct nursing care and administer medications and treatments in compliance with policies and regulations.
Safely manage medications and narcotics in accordance with scope of practice and legislation.
Educate residents and families about health conditions and care plans.
Coordinate care plans with physicians, team members, and service providers.
Assign responsibilities to the nursing team for efficient service delivery.
Respond to significant changes in residents’ conditions and manage medical emergencies.
Provide direction and delegate tasks to unregulated care providers.
Oversee emergency response in the absence of senior leadership.
Address resident/family concerns and ensure timely follow-up or escalation.
Support infection prevention, health and safety initiatives, and quality improvement plans.
Act with integrity and uphold the organization's values, particularly those related to ethics and trust.
Benefits
Health benefits
Paid time off
Relocation bonus
Perform other related duties as assigned.
What You Bring Current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the applicable province/state.
Experience in senior care or long-term care (preferred).
Education or background in gerontology, rehabilitation, or complex/community care (asset).
Strong clinical knowledge and care coordination skills Excellent communication, critical thinking, and time management abilities.
Current CPR and First Aid certification.
Proficiency with electronic documentation and Microsoft Office.
Completion of a current Vulnerable Sector Check (or willingness to obtain).
What We Offer
Great Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off. Career Growth: Opportunities for training, education, and advancement. Supportive Culture: A diverse and inclusive team where everyone is valued. Meaningful Work: Make a real impact on our residents' lives. Community Feel: Build strong connections with residents, their families, and your colleagues.
Recognition
Your hard work is celebrated and rewarded. About Us At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We are deeply committed to delivering exceptional care and service to everyone under our care. Our focus is on fostering friendships, ensuring security and peace of mind, and cultivating vibrant and fulfilling communities. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us. Be Part of Something Meaningful If you're a compassionate and dedicated LPN looking to grow in a values-driven environment. Apply now. We look forward to welcoming you to our team.
Work
Location:
AgeCare
Lakeview
Address: 3490 Porter Street, Vancouver, B.C
V5N 5W4
FTE: 1.0
Employment
Type:
Regular
Wage
Levelling
Salary: $32.84 - $41.35 per hour Salary placement based on qualifications and experience. Since 1998 AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities that celebrate and support aging with dignity, independence and community interaction for seniors. We offer our residents a safe and secure home-like atmosphere where they and their families can be assured peace of mind. We want to hear from you if you are a talented, motivated, and embrace our guiding principles of:
Trust:
Act with integrity and fairness
Respect:
Treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and compassion
Quality:
Relentlessly pursue excellence in care and service
Teamwork: Uplift each other with positive energy and support
