Licensed Practical Nurse

1 week ago


Wetaskiwin, Canada Optima Living Full time
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PT & FT
Let us welcome you home to Sagebrush in Wetaskiwin, AB

Please note this location qualifies for relocation reimbursement up to $5,000, as well as signing bonuses up to $5,000
Optima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada.

Our Vision :
For every person to feel at home.
This is truly supported by our credo.

"Let us welcome you home." All of us here feel it is an honor to work with our residents and we advocate a resident-centered approach where the Resident, is the focus of all our endeavors.

As the Licensed Practical Nurse, you will be responsible for providing professional nursing care to residents, including medication administration as well as mentoring and coaching unregulated staff.

Responsibilities

Ability to develop care plans under the direction of the Director of Care or designate for the physical, psychological and social care of the residents.

Ability to direct and assist care aides in the use of appropriate procedures ensuring the provision of a high standard of resident care.

Administer, monitor and record medication administration, educate resident as needed

Assists in creating and managing nursing care plans and participate in the evaluation of the current and future medical needs.

Demonstrated ability to evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care treatments and informs the Health & Wellness Manager or designate and/or the resident's physician of significant changes in the condition of any resident
Provide personal care assistance, nursing procedures, and mentorship and coaching of Health Care Aides
Working with residents to meet care requirements and communicate any concerns to the doctor and manager as needed
Demonstrate ongoing competence utilizing knowledge, skill, judgment, and evidence-based practice in caring for aging adult is vital in this role
Ensure accordance with provincial continuing care health service standards, legislation, codes, regulations, and employment and safety statutes
Demonstrate awareness of accident and injury prevention, through safe work practices and procedures
Qualifications and Experience
Completion of Nursing diploma
Registered with provincial nursing regulatory body and in good standing
Experience in a residential care setting is preferred
Demonstrate infection control procedures
Exceptional interpersonal skills with peers, residents, visitors and operational partners
Superior organizational skills with the ability to handle multi-resident requests
Superior oral and written communication skills
Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and problem solve
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts
Ability to stand for extended periods of time, bend, squat, kneel and lift 25 pounds
Display compassion, education, proficiency, and experience while assisting residents
Conditions of Employment
Completion of CPR and First Aid
Clear Police Information Check
COVID-19 vaccination. This requirement will be waived if you did not receive the vaccination due to any legislated protected human rights grounds
Are you legally allowed to work in Canada?* Yes No Will you require sponsorship now or in the future?* Yes No
Do you hold an active unrestricted BCCN&M License, CLPNA and/or CRNA License?
If yes, please offer your License number.
Do you have two or more years of full-time Canadian nursing experience?
(Must have 2800 hours of nursing experience which is generally = to 2 years full time or 4 years part time or multiple years of casual etc)* Yes No
Do you have a Valid CPR and First Aid? CPR First Aid
Have you completed all current provincial required vaccinations, this includes - COVID-19 vaccinations, Tuberculosis, Influenza and others. * Yes No
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