Licensed Professional Nurse

5 months ago

Calgary, Canada Verve Full time

Licensed Professional Nurse - Casual - The Lodge at Valley Ridge

Date Posted: 6/17/2024

Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Reference No.: 2024-5952

Position Type: Casual

As employees at a Verve Senior Living Retirement Residence, our primary goal is to help each person, have a great day, every day 

Our employees thrive on collaboration and have a passion for excellence, achieving multiple awards including the Order of Excellence in Quality, from Excellence Canada. As part of our team, the things you do are key to helping us achieve our shared vision of helping seniors live longer, better. Oh, and you’ll also have a lot of fun doing it. Want to join us?

ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE

Under the direction of the Health & Wellness Manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse performs assessments and nursing interventions with residents within his or her scope of practice. This person utilizes the principal functions of nursing services in licensed care and the professional standards of practice of the applicable provincial College of Nurses and assists with the implementation of current provincial Ministry and company policy and procedure.

BACKGROUND/QUALIFICATIONS

Has obtained a recognized nursing license (LPN licensing) and must be in good standing. Written and verbal fluency in English is required. Has demonstrated excellent leadership skills (i.e. Diversicare/Verve Senior Living Competencies) and organizational skills. Must have proficient computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel and MDS/RAI). Has 1 year of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse. A resident-oriented individual, whose visions and values align with those of Diversicare.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in the Verve Quality Improvement (VQI) program.

• Administers medications as per resident medication times and documents accordingly. 

• Performs treatments to all residents who require them. Makes assessments regarding changes in a residents’ condition (i.e. falls, wounds, etc.).

• Updates resident care plans according to residents’ changing needs. Completes all medication, treatment and incidental charting for residents on the nursing unit.

• Facilitates communication with all nursing staff regarding the care or concerns that have arose during the shift.

• Initiates referrals to interdisciplinary team members (i.e. the Physician, Nurse Practitioner, Physiotherapist, Dietician, etc.).

• Works closely with and facilitates interactions between departments to ensure the best possible care and service is provided to residents (i.e. Ensuring pleasurable 

dining experience occurs with each meal by ensuring the front-line nursing staff is collaborating with the dietary staff).

• Utilizes and allocates resources effectively by distributing, monitoring, and maintaining adequate nursing supplies and equipment on the unit. Notifies the Health & Wellness Manager when a new supply is required.

• Provides direction to front line nursing staff to ensure use of equipment and supplies is in accordance with policies and procedures, manufacturer’s instructions, and health and safety regulations.

• Supervises and investigates staff actions or concerns to determine the proper resolution. If staffing or employee issues continually arise, addresses the matter with the Health & Wellness Manager.

• Coaches and mentors front line healthcare staff when required. Provides support on the floor when the front-line staff require it (i.e. transfers, lifts, direct care etc.).

• Complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, and Workplace Hazardous Material Information Systems. This includes recognizing health and safety hazards, reporting incidents, fulfilling responsibilities under the applicable legislation, as well as participating in in-services and fire drills. Takes on a leadership role and complies with infection prevention and control guidelines, and outbreak management guidelines. Complies with all relevant corporate policies and procedures.

• Manages individuals and situations that are not in compliance with the guidelines.

• Completes all required mandatory training/education.

• Analyzes and provides action plans in conjunction with other departments (i.e. dining services, life enrichment, etc.).

• Analyzes data (i.e. incident reports) and summarizes into a report.

• Performs other related tasks as delegated by the Health & Wellness Manager.

All offers of employment are subject to a Criminal Background Check. We thank all those who apply; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Verve Senior Living is an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diversity of the residents and communities in which we live and serve. If you require accommodation for any portion of the recruitment and hiring process, please let us know.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity and to build a career in an innovative and dynamic organization, submit your resume by clicking on Apply Now below. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Verve Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer.

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