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At Berwick, we're not just in the business of senior living—we're creating true, vibrant communities where people connect, thrive, and pursue their interests.

We’re powered by people.

Every one of our communities is designed for the people who live and work within it. We believe that every age holds opportunities for discovery, adventure and connection and that it’s our responsibility to empower those around us—Berwick residents and team members—to embrace their fullest, most meaningful life.

Everything we do is motivated by a desire to make a significant difference in people’s lives. Our team members are compassionate, forward-thinking and hard-working. We’re not afraid to take risks or have fun. Working with Berwick’s residents is immensely rewarding and interesting, and those who thrive here bring curiosity and appreciation to their interactions with residents and their fellow team members alike.

Sound like you? Read on below to see if this is meaningful to you.

Berwick House retirement communities is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse who is reliable, authentic, and excited to make a difference in the lives of people. As part of a dynamic team environment, your unique sense of humour, optimism, and ability to work well with seniors, will lead to a flourishing career with a company that supports your personal and professional growth.

Thinking about a potential change? Berwick House is hiring LPNs. Call us for a tour (250-721-4062). We’d love to show you around, even if you are not quite sure you are ready for change. We love meeting new people.

Wouldn’t it be great to work someplace with:

• A small team of caring individuals.
• 8 hour shifts with paid lunch breaks.
• Highly competitive compensation.
• A full and comprehensive benefits package.
• Management that respects and encourages your ideas and feedback.
• Time in each shift to get to know the residents you are caring for.

The Berwick Perks:

• Meaningful work. At Berwick, you’ll be making a positive difference in seniors’ lives, each and every day.
• A supportive, diverse team and training opportunities. We believe in giving our people opportunities to advance wherever we can.
• Refreshments while you work. Berwick’s chef-prepared meals are delicious! We offer partially subsidized daily meals and beverages to employees.

High-value Benefits:

• Dental, Vision, Extended Medical
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted Meal Program
• Complimentary Onsite Gym Use
• Vacation starting at 6%
• Employee Perks Discount Program

Schedule:

This position is Sunday - Tuesday, from 7:00am - 3:00pm, for a total of 24 hours weekly. This position is temporary.

Wage:

Starting Wage is between $32.84 - $41.35 ( includes provincial wage subsidy ), includes shift differentials as applicable.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Brio Care Manager, the LPN is directly responsible to provide care and assessment for the residents in the Licensed Residential Care Unit. The LPN initiates the planning, implementation and evaluation of care plans. The LPN administers medications, accurately records resident information and performs other clinical procedures as required within the LPN scope of practice, his/her competency level and the organization’s policies and procedures. The LPN directs and supervises the Resident Care Aides actively on duty.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

• An active membership with the BCCNM
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate
• Completion of Food Safe and WHMIS certificates
• Experience in the field of geriatrics and willingness to keep self current on same
• Trained in full scope LPN practice and ability to perform duties based on individual competencies
• Good clinical, communication and problem solving skills, and an ability to work well with seniors, their families and the public
• Knowledge of methods of transfer, and capable of supporting residents with varying degrees of mobility
• Physically able to lift, bend and perform repetitive movement
• Knowledge of and compliance with the Residential Care Regulations to ensure a high standard of safe and quality care delivery
• Knowledge of principles and practices of nursing and nursing procedures

Skills & Abilities:

• Tact, sound judgment & confidentiality
• Patience & reliability
• Relationship building & team oriented
• Excellent communication including verbal & written, listening, understanding & responding
• Demonstrates a commitment to customer relationships and hospitality by being caring and courteous to residents, families, visitors, and co-workers
• Problem solving & conflict resolution skills
• Meeting ethical guidelines and professional standards

Note: At Berwick we understand the importance of immunization to protect our residents, team members and visitors from COVID-19. As such, a prerequisite of employment is that all new hires are vaccinated as approved by Health Canada. A current TB test and criminal record check are also required pursuant to the Criminal Records Review Act for working with vulnerable adults.

What our staff are saying about working with Berwick Retirement Communities:

I have always been proud to work at Berwick. My role allows me to collaborate daily with a supportive team and build relationships with the residents who live at and call Berwick home. It’s that connectedness that makes working here so special.

-Lydia, Resident Services Manager, Berwick on the Park since 2008.

Berwick is like no other company that I’ve worked for. I feel supported in my role to be creative and to try new things and there are always opportunities to learn and grow. We have such a dynamic team of staff and residents who really care about one another, and we have a lot of fun together. I couldn’t ask for more in a workplace.

-Rachelle, Active Living Manager, Berwick Royal Oak since 2021.

It has been my pleasure to work at Berwick these past years as a Resident Care Aide. I have enjoyed sharing many touching moments with residents and staff; they are all like family to me.

- Heather, Enhanced Living Services, Berwick House since 2008.

I love working with the Marquise and Berwick team. Together we are a family who demonstrates pride, dedication, loyalty within our team. It is so easy to come to work when you absolutely love your job. It is a pleasure to watch my team grow with our residents as it brings them so much joy to listen to their stories; residents become our family as well.

-Marlo, Director of Hospitality at Berwick Comox Valley since 2015.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $32.84-$41.35 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Day shift

Application question(s):

• Do you have both of your COVID-19 Vaccinations?

Licence/Certification:

• LPN/RPN (required)

Work Location: In person