L.P.N. (licensed practical nurse)

ProVita Care Management Inc.; Agassiz; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join their team in Agassiz. This role involves providing essential nursing care, administering medications, and monitoring patient health in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure while ensuring the highest standards of patient care. With a focus on geriatrics, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact on the lives of residents in a nursing home setting. If you are passionate about nursing and eager to contribute to a supportive healthcare team, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse in the province.
• Completion of Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and monitor patients' progress.
• Provide personal and comfort care pre- and post-operation.
• Conduct specimen collection and ensure infection control.

Skills

Medication Administration

Aseptic Techniques

Vital Signs Monitoring

Patient Care

Infection Control

Communication Skills

Education

College or CEGEP diploma (1-2 years)

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

L.P.N. (Licensed Practical Nurse)

Posted on January 10, 2025 by Pro Vita Care Management

Job Details

• Location: Agassiz, BC
• Workplace Information: On site
• Salary: $32.84 to $41.35 per hour (To be negotiated) / 35 hours per week
• Terms of Employment: Permanent employment, Full time
• Starts: As soon as possible
• Vacancies: 8

Overview

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years.

Languages: English

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

Work Setting

• Nursing home/home for the aged

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Administer medications
• Apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing
• Conduct specimen collection
• Ensure infection control
• Monitor nutritional intake
• Observe and record medication’s therapeutic and side effects
• Record medication’s therapeutic and side effects observations in patient files
• Take vital signs
• Clean and sterilize the operating room and instruments
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative personal and comfort care
• Monitor established respiratory therapy and intravenous therapy
• Provide safety and health education to individuals and their families
• Provide nursing services, within defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures
• Monitor patients' progress, evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and consult with appropriate members of healthcare team

Credentials

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

• Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province/territory of work
• Completion of the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination
• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Area of Specialization

• Geriatrics

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check
• Immunization records
• Tuberculosis test

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Large caseload

Personal Suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Benefits

• Health benefits: Dental plan, Health care plan, Vision care benefits
• Financial benefits: As per collective agreement
• Other benefits: Wellness program

Who Can Apply to This Job?

Only apply to this job if:

• You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
• You have a valid Canadian work permit.

If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised Until

2025-01-24

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