Compassionate LPN for Senior Care & Care Coordination

AgeCare; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

AgeCare in Edmonton, Canada is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team and provide goal-directed, patient-centred nursing care to residents. Reporting to the Director of Care, you will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and support transitions, medications, assessments, and care planning.

You bring current LPN registration, strong clinical knowledge, and effective communication. CPR/First Aid, infection prevention, and comfort with electronic documentation are expected

Qualifications

• Current registration as an LPN in the applicable province/state.
• Experience in senior care or long-term care preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification current.
• Proficient with electronic documentation and Microsoft Office.
• Completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the care team using a person-centered care approach.
• Conduct and maintain accurate resident assessments, care plans, and documentation; communicate updates as needed.
• Implement and evaluate care plans, adjusting as required.
• Provide direct nursing care and administer medications and treatments in compliance with policies and regulations.
• Safely manage medications and narcotics in accordance with scope of practice and legislation.
• Educate residents and families about health conditions and care plans.
• Coordinate care plans with physicians, team members, and service providers.
• Respond to significant changes in residents’ conditions and manage medical emergencies.
• Oversee emergency response in the absence of senior leadership.
• Support infection prevention, health and safety initiatives, and quality improvement plans.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Time management

CPR & First Aid

Education

LPN registration in applicable province/state

Gerontology background (asset)

Tools

Electronic documentation

Microsoft Office

Job description

AgeCare in Edmonton, Canada is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team and provide goal-directed, patient-centred nursing care to residents. Reporting to the Director of Care, you will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and support transitions, medications, assessments, and care planning.

You bring current LPN registration, strong clinical knowledge, and effective communication. CPR/First Aid, infection prevention, and comfort with electronic documentation are expected