Registered Nurse, Part-Time

In Your Role You Will

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and develops individualized nursing care plans and therapies for service recipients.
• Provide recipient centered care by utilizing the skill of observation, monitoring, assessment, nursing diagnosis, counseling, health teaching, reporting and documenting any adverse events or conditions to immediate supervisor or required stakeholders.
• Perform routine nursing care to individuals in care such as described mediations and treatments according to the establish care plan or medical directive.
• Perform specialized nursing procedures for which recognized training and current competencies have been demonstrated and updated per standards such as tube feeding,
• Implement established procedures to prepare essential facilities, equipment and supplies.
• Provide or assists with emergencies consistent with legislative parameters and approved organization policy.
• Uphold infection control protocols and maintains a safe environment.
• Educate individuals in care, their families and support staff about health conditions, care plans, and available resources.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as required.

Required Competencies
• Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to make sound decisions.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, individualized, compassionate care.
• Knowledge and understanding of best practices in the field; ability to develop, implement, evaluate, and modify individual care plans; knowledge of relevant legislation, guidelines, policies, and standards relating to service recipients care plan.
• Able to foster a cooperative work environment; strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of service recipients and staff, understanding cultural influences on care and support.
• Proficient in the use of computers and related applications, including Windows and MS and/or Open Office suites; willingness to learn and adapt to new software.
• Ability to re-prioritize and adjust to interruptions and changing requirements.
• Able to collect, organize, prepare, and edit correspondence, reports, and other documentation; maintain files and records according to applicable agency, ministry, and accreditation standards.
• Strong conflict resolution, mediation and crisis prevention and intervention techniques.
• Commitment to quality assurance, knowledge of CARF, and related accreditation and certification requirements.

***Prior to confirmation of employment, all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

• A degree in Nursing, plus registration with the appropriate provincial licensing body.
• Current Registration with the British Columbia Colleges of Nurses and Midwives (BCCN & M # required)
• Valid CPR/First Aid Level C Certification.
• Clear Criminal Record Check.
• Valid Class 5 driver license, Driver’s Abstract.
• Negative tuberculosisis screening test

Other Requirements
All new employees are required to attend the new employee orientation. Required in-service training within the first 6 months of employment includes MANDT, sanitation, and WHMIS. Employees are expected to remain current in their field of expertise by participating in ongoing professional development activities.

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

At Taproot, your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, learning, and innovation. Our strength-based approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters, and together, we're building a company we're proud of.

Our Employees Enjoy

• Employee ownership from day one through our EOT, with opportunity for profit-sharing dividends
• Work/life balance
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Competitive wages and salaries
• Paid vacation and benefits for eligible employees
• Defined benefit pension plan (Municipal Pension Plan) for eligible employees within British Columbia
• Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees within Alberta
• Professional development opportunities and job-related training
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Long Service Milestone rewards
• Employee referral bonus program
• A values-driven workplace — as a Certified B Corp, we're committed to using business as a force for good

For more information on Taproot Community Support Services visit our website: taproot.ca

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! Please apply.

Equal-Opportunity Employer
Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal-opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations. We're seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.

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