Registered Nurse

Job Summary

Under the leadership of the Director of Care (DOC) and collaboration with Care Coordinators (CC), provides guidance and support to direct care team as is appropriate for residents; adhering to the current standards of professional practice as outlined in the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) and in accordance with the established policies and procedures of George Derby Centre.

Responsibilities and Duties

1. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates resident care needs including physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual needs.
2. Communicates, participates, and consults with the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality resident-focused care.
3. Maintains paper and electronic documents for accuracy and relevancy, and ensures confidentiality is followed as per policies.
4. Provides work direction to other care staff.
5. Participates in continuous quality improvement, education sessions, resident care conferences, meetings, and committees.
6. Performs new resident admission assessments and required documentation for hospital transfers.
7. Contacts resident MRP using current technology as per George Derby guidelines.
8. All safety rules and safe work procedures are adhered to at all times.
9. Reports all hazards, incidents, near misses and workplace injuries to the manager immediately and in writing.
10. Actively participates in all Health and Safety initiatives and make suggestions to improve Workplace Health and Safety.
11. Provides first aid treatment to staff and residents.
12. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training, Experience

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing.
• Current practising registration with British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
• Maintains a Valid Level 2 First Aid Certificate
• Previous experience in Gerontology Nursing an asset

Job Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in the English language
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize work and problem-solve
• Ability to deal with others effectively
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
• Ability to operate related equipment
• Computer literacy an asset

Requirements

• Must have an active BCCNM license
• Negative TB test results conducted within the past 5 years

Shift:

• Permanent Full-Time Evening Shift (1430 - 2238)

About Us:

George Derby Care Society is a 300-bed long-term care home in Burnaby, originally founded to serve veterans. Today, we provide compassionate, resident-centered care to seniors, including complex care, dementia support, and palliative services. We are affiliated with Fraser Health and are committed to excellence, respect, and community. Join a team where your work truly makes a difference.

George Derby Care Society values diversity and inclusion and strives to create a welcoming community where everyone belongs. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous, people of colour, people of all genders, LGBTQ2+ individuals, and persons with disabilities.

Permanent Full-Time Evening Shift (1430 - 2238)