We are looking for a compassionate, caring & experienced Registered Nurse to join our amazing care team as Care Manager at our beautiful long term care facility, Sun Rivers in Kamloops, BC.

Location: 580 Shuswap Road, Kamloops BC

Salary: $107,000-115,000

Responsibilities

• Oversees the provision of clinical care and provides supervision, leadership and guidance to designated staff and team professionals to achieve excellence in the care of residents and families

• Works in collaboration with the client’s site management team, interdisciplinary team, residents/ families and stakeholders to identify and alleviate barriers to effective provision of care.

• Coordinates work activities to ensure an efficient and high standard of care and effective utilization of resources to meet operational needs.

• Provides support and supervision to designated staff and team professionals including employing effective communication strategies, conflict resolution, performance recognition, performance management and safe work practices.

• Works collaboratively with staffing coordinators, or designates, to identify and resolve day-to-day staffing issues to meet staffing requirements.

• In collaboration with the HR department, ensures compliance with the Collective Agreement, attends and participates in labor management meetings, investigates and resolves formal grievances.

• Investigates incident and accident reports. Ensures adherence to policies and procedures as they pertain to WorkSafe BC regulations and all other health and safety codes.

• Works in collaboration with the VP of Clinical Operations, the client’s site management team and interdisciplinary team members to identify education needs and participate in the delivery of staff education.

• Oversees the timely completion and submission of reports, including RAI-MDS assessment, investigative reports and audits.

• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members, the client’s site management team and stakeholders to ensure delivery of evidence-based, quality care and service to all clients.

• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and strategies to promote excellence in care and service delivery.

• Maintains all required documentation and records.

Qualifications

• Current RN registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCN&M)

• At least two (2) years’ recent clinical experience working with older adults and in a residential care environment.

• One (1) year of progressive leadership experience in a supervisory and/or administrative capacity in residential care setting or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Cultural education and experience are preferred.

We are looking for a compassionate, experienced Recreation Therapist with a passion for the elderly to join our amazing at Sun Rivers in Kamloops, BC.

Location: 580 Shuswap Road, Kamloops BC

Salary: $68,000

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates recreation/leisure programs such as crafts, music, mental aerobics, exercises, and sensory stimulation to meet residents’ physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual needs and interests; develops the goals and objectives of the program.

• Provides supervision to all recreation staff, students, and volunteers.

• Monitors, evaluates, and documents resident progress within the recreation/leisure programs and reports observations such as emotional wellbeing and social behaviour to the multidisciplinary team as required. Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings and care conferences. Identifies and makes recommendations regarding community and facility resources that may be of additional interest or need to the resident.

• Monitors program expenditures and provides input to the program budget; oversees inventory of equipment, tools and materials and recommends purchase of same. Purchases minor equipment in accordance with established facility guidelines and procedures. Ensures equipment, tools and materials are in good repair and appropriate for use. Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Director of Care/Site Administrator.

• Responsible for day-to-day for the preparation, implementation and evaluation of recreation programs that meet a diverse population of residents.

• Ensures that every resident is involved in identified recreational activities in order to meet the goals of the resident's recreational treatment plan. Leads, instructs, and motivates residents in individual and group leisure pursuits.

• Setup and organize equipment needed for specific program(s), and oversee residents involved by encouraging participation.

Qualifications

• University graduation or diploma in therapeutic recreation (strongly preferred).

• Three year's recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Valid CPR/ First Aid, WHMIS, Food safe Certificate.

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

We are looking for a caring Social Worker with a passion for the elderly to join our amazing team at the brand new 100 bed facility, Sun Rivers in Kamloops, BC.

Location: 580 Shuswap Road, Kamloops BC

Hourly rate: $40.00

Schedule: Flexible (12-15 hours weekly)

Responsibilities

• Organizing and conducting site tours for all potential residents and/or interested community members or groups.

• Coordinating the pre-admission and admission processes, timing and preparation, meeting the new resident and family as they arrive and escorting them to their new room.

• Preparing and routinely updating resident social histories as needed

• Using accurate, effective and timely communication with residents, families and visitors, staff and community partners while ensuring confidentiality guidelines are followed as they relate to residents and staff.

• Providing consultation, education and support to residents and their families directing them towards appropriate government and community resources

• Liaising with the Medical Director, relevant most responsible physician (MRP) and/or other members of the interdisciplinary team

• Participating in interdisciplinary team meetings and care conferences and sharing relevant social history

• Developing productive relationships with community resources, volunteer organizations, other health care professionals, religious and ethnic group representatives and learning institutions for purposes of ensuring a continuing link to the community for residents and their families, as required

• Supporting outcomes of the Health & Safety committee by role-modeling a culture of safety

• Leading/following emergency responsiveness policies and procedures as appropriate

• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree of Social Work

• Current registration with the BC College of Social Workers

• Knowledge of available community and governmental resources.

• Fitness required to fulfill the duties associated with this role description

• Clear, recent, criminal record

• Current vaccinations and immunizations, TB test and/or x-ray as required.

We are looking for a confident, caring, and experienced Clinical Aide Lead to join our amazing care team at Sun Rivers in Kamloops, BC 

Location: 580 Shuswap Road, Kamloops BC

Responsibilities

• Reviews 24-hour report and identifies residents with significant decline i.e., palliation, wounds, medication changes, behaviours, assessments and required follow up action planning 

• Works alongside Nursing Team Leaders to identify plans of action, facilitates clear communication with all disciplines and ensures adequate follow-up. 

• Completes daily rounds, providing clinical presence to each neighbourhood of the home 2-3 times per shift. 

• Be present in dining areas during resident mealtimes to provide supervision and support. 

• Identifies staff educational needs. Produces staff education calendars, across all departments. Provides education and training as needed. 

• Ensure infection prevention and controls are being adhered to i.e., screening of residents/staff, ensures that temperatures completed 

• Reviews and updates resident care plans and Resident Day in collaboration with the Nurse Team Leader to ensure care plans and Resident Days meet resident care needs. Communicates Care Plan and Resident Day changes to RCAs and other members of the interdisciplinary care team. 

• Completes MDS RAI. 

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCN&M) as a Licensed Practical Nurse. 

• Current OFA Level 1 First Aid and CPR “C”. 

• MDS RAI training

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 

• Cultural education and experience are preferred

Hourly rate: $29.83 plus benefits after probation

Responsibilities

• Follows established care plans.

• Provide personal care for our residents including, bathing, grooming, dressing, assists with meals and oral hygiene and performing other care duties as applicable.

• Responds to call bells/alarms.

• Observes and monitors residents progress, symptoms and behavioral changes and reports significant observations.

• Utilizes mechanical aides such as specialty beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers to transport residents.

• Aid with lifting and/or transferring of residents by following established lifting/safety techniques.

• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the BC Care Registry is (required).

• Completion of Grade 10 and graduation from a recognized Resident Care Aide program.

• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to operate related equipment.

• Cultural education and experience are preferred.

• WHMIS, Food Safe Level 1

Hourly rate: $32.84 plus benefits after probation

Responsibilities

• Performs assessments.

• Plans, implements, and provides personal and nursing care to residents.

• Administers oral and subcutaneous medications in accordance with pharmaceutical and organizational policies and procedures

• Directly supervises care staff to meet resident's needs.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing Program.

• Current registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of BC.

• Current CPR and First Aid certification.

• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.

• Knowledge and background in Dementia care (preferred).

• Cultural education and experience are preferred

Hourly rate: $29.83 plus benefits after probation

Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day for the preparation, implementation and evaluation of recreation programs that meet a diverse population of residents.

• Ensures that every resident is involved in identified recreational activities in order to meet the goals of the resident's recreational treatment plan. Leads, instructs, and motivates residents in individual and group leisure pursuits.

• Setup and organize equipment needed for specific program(s), and oversee residents involved by encouraging participation.

• Ability to follow safety policy and protocol in the community with residents and volunteers.

• Effective and professional communication skills with all facility departments.

• Record and discuss residents' participation levels in programs.

• Escort, transport, assist residents to and from programs.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Food Safe certification.

• Completion of recognized Recreation course. (preferred)

• Two years of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Current CPR/ First Aid.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Cultural education and experience are preferred

Hourly rate: $30.96 plus benefits after probation

Responsibilities

• carrying out the designated components of a rehabilitative treatment plan and/or program as directed by an Occupational Therapist, Speech Language Pathologist or Physiotherapist such as strengthening, range of motion (ROM) ambulation training, self-care activities, life skills, work simulation, seating, positioning, auditory comprehension, reading, writing, and/or communication/oral therapy

• contributing to the overall evaluation of the resident identifying and reporting verbally and in writing observable social, emotional, cognitive, physical and functional factors which might impact the resident’s therapeutic program and progress; observes and reports cognitive and functional changes, concerns and/or changes to residents’ condition to designated clinician

• performing various tests and/or tasks as assigned, recording and reporting relevant data for interpretation by the therapist,

• providing input into the planning, implementation, modification and evaluation of the rehabilitative treatment plan and/or program

• demonstrating the techniques of activities to residents as directed by the therapist,

• such as the use of prescribed treatment/adaptive devices (e.g. splints, wheelchairs,

• walkers, modified eating utensils, work simulation tools, electronic and manual

• devices for augmentative communication) and other equipment as required

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Rehabilitation Assistant Program course and/or or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Minimum of two years’ experience supporting rehabilitation program preferred.

• Class 4 driver’s license.

• Clear, recent, criminal record

• Vaccinations, TB test and/or x-ray as required.

Hourly Rate: $50.00

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements and evaluates occupational therapy programs and interventions for residents.

• Assesses residents' occupational and functional status, develops appropriate health care plan, provides required interventions and follow up, in accordance with established occupational and falls prevention therapy techniques and practices. Provides consultation and education regarding mobility, and occupational function productivity and leisure to residents.

• Develops pain management strategies for residents affected by chronic illnesses and provide them with education, support and solutions.

• Assesses residents' seating to help provide optimal comfort and pressure reduction and function.• Assesses residents for adaptive devices to help improve or maintain independence.

• Attends resident care conferences and family meetings and presents information related to occupational therapy; recommends related interventions and participates in the development of the resident care plan.

• Provides input into the development, revision, implementation and evaluation of occupational therapy practices, policies and procedures, audits and continuous quality improvement activities.

• Performs other related tasks as required.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in Occupational Therapy plus up to one year of recent related experience. Current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of BC.

• Basic understanding of adult education principles, methods and tools.

We are looking for a caring Physiotherapist with a passion for the elderly to join our amazing team at Sun Rivers in Kamloops, BC.

Location: 580 Shuswap Road, Kamloops BC

Hourly Rate: $50.00

Responsibilities

Client Care Functions:

• Assess clients to identify issues and rehabilitation needs.

• Set client goals, develop, and document care plans.

• Request physician referrals and treat clients per their plans.

• Provide and recommend adaptive equipment and training for personal care.

• Offer counseling on lifestyle adjustments.

• Reassess and modify treatment plans as needed.

• Participate in team conferences and maintain communication with the care team.

2. Administrative Functions:

• Maintain client statistics and attend meetings.

• Prepare and monitor the annual budget, order supplies.

• Develop and update policies and procedures.

• Supervise employees, volunteers, and rehabilitation HCAs.

• Ensure a safe working environment, conduct inspections, and report hazards.

3. Education Function:

• Participate in and present at in-service education sessions.

• Communicate with clients, families, and team members about rehabilitation treatments.

4. Professional Responsibilities:

• Uphold professional ethics and standards.

• Contribute to the profession’s growth through information exchange and continuing education.

5. Other Responsibilities:

• Arrange for aids through the AADL Program.

• Communicate with community and health care agencies for consistent client care.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

6. Client Safety:

• Focus on client safety in all duties.

• Report unsafe activities and educate others on safety techniques.

• Correct unsafe behaviors observed in clients.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of Physiotherapy.

• Physiotherapists must be eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Physiotherapists and the BC College of Physical Therapists in good standing.

• Two (2) years recent related experience, preferably as a physiotherapist working with the elderly.

• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.

• Able to work independently and make timely decisions while also effectively collaborating with the care team, in line with the Collaborative Care Model.

We are looking for a highly organized and hands-on Dietitian to provide support in our daily operations at Sun Rivers in Kamloops, BC.

Location: 580 Shuswap Road, Kamloops BC

Hourly Rate: $55-$65 based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Adhering to the Ministry of Health’s Adult Care Regulations and legislation.

• Developing, evaluating, monitoring and completing nutritional assessments and nutritional care plans for all residents upon admission and as required thereafter.

• Organizing and maintaining the nutrition assessment and review schedule with current resident list.

• Updating the resident’s diet binder for food service employees.

• Identifying residents at nutritional risk and prioritizing accordingly.

• Planning and monitoring therapeutic diets, dietary restrictions, and supplemental feedings to meet the specialized needs of residents.

• Monitoring monthly weights and reviewing all significant weight changes.

• Planning and reviewing menus every six months as well as the corresponding therapeutic and texture modification diets and implementing food production controls.

• Completing and maintaining audits as assigned.

• Attending care conferences and resident food council meetings.

• Providing in-services to staff as required and acting as a resource person regarding residents’ nutritional/feeding concerns.

• Preparing monthly reports detailing clinical activities and submit to management as required.

• Performing other related duties as assigned by the DOC or the corporate dietitian.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Dietitians of British Columbia

• Bachelor of Science degree in Food & Nutrition from a university accredited by College of Dietitians of British Columbia

• Food Safe Level 2

• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with members of the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families

• Demonstrated written and verbal clinical skills

• Knowledge of clinical nutrition principles as related to the geriatric population.