The Opportunity

Joseph Creek Village | Cranbrook, BC
Position Type: Permanent, Part-Time (0.85 FTE)
Shift Schedule: Days
Shift Times: 9:00-17:00

At Golden Life, you’ll be part of a trusted, values-driven organization that has been caring for seniors across Western Canada for over 25 years.

We’re looking for a qualified RN Lead who is organized, dependable, and passionate about delivering high-quality food service. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach, contributing to a positive and supportive team environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Participates in decision-making relating to health and safety, resident care, and staffing.
• Ensures comprehensive care plans, tailored to the resident’s short and long term requirements, are developed, updated and regularly evaluated for effectiveness.
• Coordinates the inter-disciplinary team to ensure care conferences are held regularly and address the changing needs of each resident.
• Provides leadership and direction to staff involved in the provision of resident care by mentoring, fostering growth, and promoting new initiatives.
• Monitors changing care levels and ensures staff make necessary adjustments in resident assignments and routines to meet the needs of a changing resident population.
• Ensures that resident rights to privacy, dignity, respect and choice are consistently met.
• Coordinates the admission, transfer and discharge of residents within assigned areas.
• Collaborates with the Director of Care (DOC) to recommend solutions and changes that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of service and care delivery.
• Communicates with residents and family members concerning care issues, needs, or conflicts, while promoting positive outcomes.
• Facilitates effective communication of information between staff (i.e. hosting regular team meetings).
• Provides direct nursing care, including administration of medications, medical treatments and procedures as per provincial regulations and established policies and procedures.
• Attends staff in-services, continuing education workshops/courses and work-related seminars/conferences.
• Maintains a current knowledge of, and complies with, all Village policies and procedures.

What You’ll Bring:

• Completion of Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing or Diploma in Nursing, complimented by supervisory experience.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a long-term care setting.
• Current Registration with BCCNM.
• Working knowledge of MDS/InterRAI.
• Working knowledge of quality improvement, emergency procedures, and WHIMIS.
• Knowledge and experience with social models of care is strongly favored.
• Solid organizational skills and able to prioritize effectively to meet deadlines.
• Excellent ability to lead, mentor and develop staff, while continuously promoting quality improvement initiatives.
• Capable of carrying out significant lifting, carrying, bending and reaching – with appropriate techniques and equipment.
• Strong interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Possesses a Clear Vulnerable Sector - Criminal Record Check.
• Can provide negative TB Screening, and full Immunization Record.
• Compensation: The wage schedule of $41.42-56.43 per hour for this position currently falls under provincial wage-levelling.

What we offer:

• A competitive wage: $41.42-$56.43 per hour, in accordance with provincial wage levelling
• Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Inclusive Culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.

About Joseph Creek Village:
At Joseph Creek Village, we believe exceptional care starts with exceptional environments – for both residents and staff. Located along Joseph Creek and a short walk from Tamarack Mall, our Village features 102 long-term care suites, 28 assisted living suites, and 91 independent living suites arranged in small-neighbourhood layouts that promote connection and efficient care.

As part of our team, nurses benefit from neighbourhood-based nursing stations, multiple medication rooms, and nearby support spaces within our recently renovated long-term care community. Staff also have access to dedicated spaces along our Main Street for restorative breaks. Nurses are supported with the tools, training, and mentorship needed to deliver high-quality care while expanding their practice, strengthening their skills, and continually growing in their nursing career.

At Golden Life Management, we care for our caregivers – providing the space, culture, and community that empower you to thrive personally and professionally.