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licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)
Title posted on CareerBeacon - Licensed Practical Nurse
Posted on October 07, 2024 by Employer details Shannex
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Job Number: J0924-0648 Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse Job Category: Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse (LPN) Job Type: Permanent Full Time Work Location: Ryan Hall Number of Positions: 1 Share Facebook Twitter Email LinkedIn Job Description If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work ? they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living?. We are searching for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Enhanced Care Centre team based in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia. Meaningful Benefits You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you've made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:- Approximate Hoursle Wage: $29.27 - $34.06 - Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program- Life, travel, and other insurances- Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through Consult Plus - Pension plan - Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance- Free onsite parking- Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events- Access to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of Excellence- Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives- Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety About the opportunity: - Performs initial and regular health assessments to maintain patient quality of life. - Supports development of individualized care plans that focus on the patient's functional abilities and support network. - Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care of patients. - Ensures compliance with Philosophy of Service and patient care plan to ensure optimal health and wellness for each patient. - Manages patient medication in accordance with legislative requirements. - Follows the process in place for safekeeping of medications - Administers and records prescribed medications in accordance with facility policy. - Provides consultation regarding patient issues and standards of care to interdisciplinary team. - Communicates with all other departmental teams to increase awareness of patient health changes to ensure effective service. (e.g. decrease in appetite). - Ensures all completed care tasks are documented appropriately using identified technology and tools. - Supports a commitment to ongoing quality improvement, continuous exploration and implementation of new approaches, learning, teaching, and mentoring. About you: In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring: - A Diploma in Practical Nursing and are currently registered with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing. - Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills - Availability to work a schedule of flexible hours and all shifts inclusive of days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays - Advanced proficiency in the English language is required, proficiency in other languages considered an asset - Ability to provide a CPR & Emergency First Aid Certificate, Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening upon hire - A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care. - Asset: Previous experience supporting admission, discharge, and care of- LocationBridgewater, NS
- Workplace information On site
- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #2111764
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