Lakeview Recovery Community - Casual Licensed Practical Nurse

ROSC Solutions Group Inc.; Edmonton; Presencial; CAD 39.000 - 52.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Lakeview Recovery Community in Gunn, Alberta is seeking a Casual Licensed Practical Nurse to join the on-site care team. You will administer medications, monitor patients, and support recovery as part of a multidisciplinary approach within our addiction treatment program.

Responsibilities include nursing assessments, documentation, patient education on treatment plans, and collaboration with clinicians to ensure safe, effective care. A current CLPNA license and CPR/First Aid are required.

Formación

• Graduation from an accredited LPN program and current license with CLPNA as an LPN.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Vulnerable Persons Criminal Record Check is required prior to employment.
• Experience in addiction treatment or behavioral health is preferred but not required.

Responsabilidades

• Administer medications as prescribed and document accurately.
• Monitor clients' vital signs and escalate changes.
• Conduct nursing assessments during admission and obtain medical history.
• Provide education on treatment plans, medications, and recovery goals.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to develop care plans.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and respond to emergencies.
• Document interventions and progress notes in a timely manner.
• Communicate medical findings to the medical director.

Conocimientos

Compassionate care

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Educación

Licensed Practical Nurse - CLPNA

Herramientas

CPR/First Aid

Descripción del empleo

Casual Licensed Practical Nurse

Lakeview Recovery Community - Gunn, AB

*This position is onsite in Gunn, AB. 45 minutes NW of Edmonton*

At Lakeview Recovery Community, we are committed to ensuring equity of access to people from across the province who seek assistance in addiction recovery. We welcome men over the age of 18, of all ethnicities, sexual orientations and we seek to provide an inclusive environment. Our staff are culturally aware and sensitive to diverse needs. We work to ensure all client feel safe and secure in their new environment and that they soon feel at home.

Located in Gunn, Alberta, the Lakeview Recovery Community supports men living with addiction on their journey to a sustainable recovery. We deliver a full continuum of addiction recovery support in a community environment, focusing on healing and personal growth. Our goal is that individuals leave Lakeview with the life skills, tools, and resources to maintain long-term wellness and sustain recovery and having nurtured healthy relationships with friends and family.

Reporting to the Medical Manager, the Casual LPN is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to individuals undergoing addiction treatment. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the LPN will contribute to the overall well-being and recovery of our clients by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and providing compassionate support.

Role-specific Accountabilities

• Administer medications as prescribed by healthcare providers and ensure accurate documentation of medication administration.
• Monitor clients' vital signs and report any significant changes or concerns to the Registered Nurse or Medical Director.
• Assist with the admission process by conducting nursing assessments and obtaining relevant medical history from clients.
• Provide ongoing support and education to clients regarding their treatment plans, medications, and recovery goals.
• Collaborate with other members of the treatment team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for clients by enforcing facility policies and procedures and responding to emergencies promptly.
• Document all nursing interventions, observations, and progress notes accurately and in a timely manner.
• Provide emotional support and encouragement to clients throughout their recovery journey, fostering a sense of hope and empowerment.
• Participate in medically supported detox/withdrawal specific to resident needs and site policy.
• Administer assessments including but not limited to CIWA/COWS/PAWS and suicidal ideation and develop any care plans or revisions and safety plans. Will communicate all pertinent medical findings to medical director.
• Administer detox/withdrawal medications as required by residents and in alignment with order sets or resident specific orders created by LRC medical provider.
• Approach detox/withdrawal in collaboration with the teams across site including clinical, kitchen, support staff and leadership.
• Assist with medically related administrative organization required by the department.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited LPN program and current license with the College for Alberta's Licensed Practical Nurses (CLPNA) as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Previous experience working in addiction treatment or behavioral health settings is preferred but not required.
• Compassionate and nonjudgmental approach to caring for individuals with substance abuse disorders.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive situations with compassion and confidentiality.
• CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Successfully complete and pass a Vulnerable Persons Criminal Record Check prior to initiating employment.

Shift Pattern

• Rotation of daytime and overnight shifts