Licensed Practical Nurse

EHN Canada is the nation's largest private network of industry-leading mental health, trauma, and addiction treatment facilities, each with a passion for providing quality treatment for Canadians. We are committed to both caring for our patients and supporting their loved ones. With over 100 years of collective experience, our inpatient, outpatient, and online programs are offered across the country, providing essential compassionate care to patients wherever they are.

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Overview:

EHN Complex Needs Emergency Facility Saskatoon is specifically designed to support individuals with elevated and unique needs. This facility provides essential services to people who require specialized emergency shelter support, where clients are accommodated based upon an assessment of their needs with the purpose of delivering services to clients within the community.

As part of an interdisciplinary team the LPN will provide a comprehensive assessment of clients with mental health and addictions related issues and provide treatment management, guidance and prescribe medications in accordance with the statutory and regulatory standards. You will be required to work all shifts, which includes days, nights and weekends.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Delivering client care according to the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Saskatchewan
• Providing ongoing client care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning implementation and evaluation.
• Formulating and implementing client care plans.
• Safely implementing physician's orders.
• Administering medications to clients.
• Maintaining current progress records on clients according to legal and ethical standards.
• Orientating, facilitating and reinforcing client's involvement in addiction treatment.
• Decide and initiate on course of action in case of medical emergencies
• Providing supportive counselling to clients, families and/or significant others on typical recovery issues.
• Maintain a therapeutic environment on the unit conducive to the client learning productive patterns of living.
• Providing ongoing health teaching to clients in relation to common health problems and the clients maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
• Co-ordinate individual client appointments and referrals.
• Actively participate with team members in the assessment, planning and evaluation of the client and his care.
• Assisting the public with crisis intervention and information on addiction.
• Perform other duties as outlined on shift duty lists and as assigned by the Nursing Supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Licensed Practical Nurses with pharmacological training
• Licensed Practical Nurse registered in the Province of Saskatchewan
• Current basic CPR
• Recent clinical experience, including medication administration and leadership duties
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis
• Leadership /Charge experience preferred
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Good problem solving and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated use of proper body mechanics and ability to perform heavy lifting
• Knowledge of / experience with a team based person-centered care approach
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of the interdisciplinary team

Employee Benefits and Perks:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including a yearly allowance of $2,000 for mental health and addiction services, as well as $600 per service for various paramedical services, such as massage and physiotherapy
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program through GreenShield Health
• Competitive paid time off policies, including a paid day off on your birthday
• Access to in-house fitness facilities where applicable or discounted external gym memberships
• Perks and discounts with Perkopolis – entertainment, home/auto/pet insurance
• Personal and professional development through our Education Support Assistance program
• Nationwide presence allows for supportive relocation opportunities
• Defined Benefit pension through CAAT with up to a 4% employer contribution
• Maternity and parental leave top-up
• Access to discounts at Kids & Co. Daycare

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