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Licensed Practical Nurse

Shannex Incorporated

Brookfield

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CAD 30,000 - 60,000

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Job summary

Shannex Incorporated is seeking a compassionate and professional Licensed Practical Nurse to join their Elk Courtt team in Brookfield, Nova Scotia. This position offers meaningful benefits, including a competitive hourly wage, comprehensive health plans, and opportunities for professional growth. The ideal candidate will have registration with the provincial regulatory body and a passion for providing quality care to seniors.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan

Access to virtual healthcare 24/7

RRSP program (5% employer matching)

Vacation accrual

Free onsite parking

Access to thousands of vendors offering perks and discounts

Access to continuing education and training

Qualifications

Registered with the provincial Practical Nursing regulatory body.
Valid CPR & First Aid Certification preferred.
Experience in long-term care or senior living is an asset.

Responsibilities

Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating resident needs.
Providing leadership to health services staff.
Administers and records prescribed medication.

Skills

Compassion

Professionalism

Leadership

Communication

Education

Registration with the provincial Practical Nursing regulatory body

CPR & First Aid Certification

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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 Elk Courtt team based in Brookfield, 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 hourly rage: $29.17- $34.07
Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
RRSP program (5% employer matching)
Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
Free onsite parking
Access to thousands of vendors offering perks and discounts through our WorkPerks program
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 client’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

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

Registration with the provincial Practical Nursing regulatory body
ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays
valid CPR & First Aid Certification preferred
a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening
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 35 years, 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 a home care division of 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 fairly and where 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.

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