Licensed Practical Nurse

Shannex Incorporated; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior care provider in Fredericton is inviting compassionate and professional Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to apply for future opportunities. Responsibilities include assessing and directing resident needs, administering medication, and providing leadership to health services staff. The ideal candidates will have active ANBLPN registration, valid CPR certification, and a passion for senior care. Benefits include competitive wages, comprehensive health plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Life and travel insurances

Access to virtual healthcare 24/7

RRSP Program with employer matching

Continuing education and training

Access to WorkPerks discounts

Qualifications

• Must have a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening upon hire.
• Advanced proficiency in English, proficiency in French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and directing resident needs.
• Providing leadership to health services staff.
• Administering and recording prescribed medication as per policy.
• Maintaining accurate documentation and reporting.

Skills

Active registration with the Association of New Brunswick Licensed Practical Nurses (ANBLPN)

Ability to work flexible hours

Valid CPR & First Aid or BLS Certification

Advanced proficiency in the English language

Previous experience with elderly in long-term care

Course in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care

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 building a pipeline of qualified and passionate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) who are interested in future opportunities at our Fredrick Hall & Thomas Hall OR Neill Hall & Medley Hall community in Fredericton, Miramichi. By expressing your interest now, you'll be among the first to be considered when a suitable opportunity arises.

Meaningful Benefits

• Approximate hourly wage: $29.04 - $31.19
• 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 the group health benefit plan
• RRSP Program (6% employer matching)
• 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

• Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, documenting and directing resident needs through consultation with medical professionals, care conferences and internal staff;
• Providing leadership to health services staff and overseeing provision of quality health services respecting the resident’s right to individualized planning of health services;
• Working with the existing management and health services teams to promote communication and compliance to policies and procedures;
• Administers and records prescribed medication as per company policy and scope of practice;
• Maintains the standards of accurate and complete documentation and reporting;
• Applies dressings and treatments according to physician’s orders and policy;
• Assists with supervision and evaluation of job performance and behavior of other health care staff

About You

• Active registration with the Association of New Brunswick Licensed Practical Nurses (ANBLPN);
• Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays;
• A valid CPR & First Aid or BLS Certification (required);
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening upon hire;
• Advanced proficiency in the English language is required, proficiency in French considered an asset;
• Any previous course in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care to be a huge asset;
• Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset;
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you’re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fair and racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.