Home Support CHW Supervisor, LPN
Island Health
Date: 1 week ago
City: Nanaimo, BC
Contract type: Full time
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
The Home Support CHW Supervisor, LPN supports the coordination and delivery of Home Support Services by supervising the service and direct care practice of Community Health Workers (CHW's) in the field; overseeing the implementation of service plans; providing training to CHW's and evaluating their skills and competency in delivering client care/service. In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, performs assessments, implements and provides personal and nursing care for clients in a community health setting. Provides nursing care within the LPN Standards of Practice as outlined by BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BC College of Nurses and Midwives) and within employer policies, procedures, limits and conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And Experience
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.Three (3) years of recent, related acute, residential or community care experience including one (1) year supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Valid BC Driver's License and a reliable vehicle.
Skills And Abilities
https://jd.viha.ca/JD4614.pdf
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
The Home Support CHW Supervisor, LPN supports the coordination and delivery of Home Support Services by supervising the service and direct care practice of Community Health Workers (CHW's) in the field; overseeing the implementation of service plans; providing training to CHW's and evaluating their skills and competency in delivering client care/service. In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, performs assessments, implements and provides personal and nursing care for clients in a community health setting. Provides nursing care within the LPN Standards of Practice as outlined by BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BC College of Nurses and Midwives) and within employer policies, procedures, limits and conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And Experience
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.Three (3) years of recent, related acute, residential or community care experience including one (1) year supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Valid BC Driver's License and a reliable vehicle.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to supervise others.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills within a specific clinical specialty or client/patient/resident population dependent on the nature of the caseload (e.g. acute care, gerontology, palliative, etc.).
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
- Ability to assess and recognize changes in clients.
- Ability to plan, organize and prioritize.
- Ability to operate related equipment including proficiency in relevant computer applications.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
https://jd.viha.ca/JD4614.pdf
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