Wellness Nurse- LPN/ LVN

JOB OVERVIEW "It makes me feel good knowing that we make the residents’ lives better. We laugh with them, cry with them, sing and dance with them – we brighten their day. Working here is an unbelievable privilege and it will be something I carry with me for the rest of my life!"- Sunrise Team MemberAt Sunrise, our Wellness Nurse is responsible for our overall well being of our residents. RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS Please join us for our In person job fair! Walk in's welcome! Thursday, May 16th 11:00 am - 5:00pmSunrise of Lonsdale Square 2141 Eastern Ave,North Vancouver, BC V7L 0J4, CanadaSunrise Senior Living at Lonsdale Square is a brand-new facility dedicated to providing exceptional care and vibrant living for seniors. We are currently expanding our team and inviting passionate individuals to join us in various frontline positions.Available Positions:Caregivers/Caregiver Aide/PSW/HHANurses (LPN/LVN and RN)Dining Services Team Members (Servers/Serving Staff, Dishwashers, Cook, Chefs, Line Cook)Housekeeping Staff (Room Attendant/Housekeepers)Maintenance Staff/HandymanDriverActivities Assistant and Life Enrichment Managers and more!!!What to Expect:On-site Interviews. Networking Opportunities, Application AssistanceHow to Prepare:Bring multiple copies of your resume, and Dress professionallyDon't miss this chance to be part of our dynamic team and contribute to the well-being of seniors at New Sunrise Senior Living at Lonsdale Square!We cant wait to meet you and be part of our team!Responsibilities:Identifies on-going needs and services of residents in promotion of the highest quality resident services to be delivered.Ensures proper follow through, participates with evaluation and documentation for residents with a change in health care services and status.Assists Resident Care Director (RCD) in conducting resident evaluations and data gathers information at time of move in, 30 days post move in, semi-annually and with any change in status.Conducts monthly wellness visits for all residents.Monitors, and follows up with residents who have experienced any fall, accident, or incident; documents and reports as required and directed.Documents all pertinent information in the resident wellness file.Maintains communications with resident’s family and or responsible party to ensure medical needs for the resident are being met.Contacts resident’s attending physician when necessary and/or upon family request.Ensures weights and vital signs are obtained monthly for each resident.Assists in maintaining wellness files according to Sunrise policies and federal and state regulations.Maintains medical supplies and emergency kits for the community.Provides clinical support and assistance to community team members as needed.Understands and follows infection control practices.Partners with the RCD and community team to promote infection control standards including any resident testing, training, and skills checks.Understands and practices the proper method of attending to and disposing of and the possibility of exposure to blood borne pathogens, bodily fluids, infectious waste, sharp sticks, and hazardous materials in compliance with universal care precautions.Regularly monitors each resident’s medication and treatment profile to ensure each medication and treatment is administered as ordered and documented accurately.Demonstrates and is knowledgeable in the following key quality improvement areas:Resident Centered Care ModelAPIEQuality Care Indicators and OutcomesActively participates in Sunrise Quality Assurance Meetings & Clinical MeetingsDemonstrates and is knowledgeable in the following key regulations:All Federal, State and Local resident care and services regulationsResident RightsResident Assessment/Evaluation process in accordance to state / province regulatory requirementsQualifications:Graduate of approved college / school of nursing.Maintains a current state license as a professional Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN).Minimum of one (1) year experience in home health, assisted living, hospital, or long-term care environment.Demonstrates knowledge of nursing practices, techniques and methods applied to health and wellness resident care, and federal, state, and local regulations.Demonstrates knowledge of good assessment skills.Ability to handle multiple priorities.Possesses written and verbal skills for effective communication and the ability to teach and guide team members to provide quality clinical care.Competent in organizational, time management skills.Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.Demonstrates proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) and Sunrise applications with the ability to learn new applications.Ability to work weekends, evenings, and flexible hours, available to our customers at peak service delivery days and times.