Licensed Practical Nurse

Covenant Care; Calgary; Presencial; CAD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Covenant Care in Alberta is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to lead and deliver resident care in a supportive interprofessional environment.

The LPN reports to the Resident Care Manager and ensures adherence to Covenant Care policies, safety protocols, and compassionate care. This role emphasizes dignity, respect, and person-centered end-of-life support.

Formación

• Graduate of an approved Practical Nurse Program.
• Current registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA).
• Current CPR / First Aid Certification / Equivalency.
• Ability to speak French is an asset.
• Dementia education is an asset.
• Vaccination against required communicable diseases per OHS policy.

Responsabilidades

• Manage day-to-day delivery of care to residents.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to individualize the nursing process.
• Provide end-of-life support to residents, families and visitors.
• Model Covenant Care's mission, vision and values in daily actions.
• Adapt to changing resident needs and contribute to care planning.

Conocimientos

Critical assessment

Active listening

Time management

Multitasking

Educación

Graduate of an approved Practical Nurse Program

Descripción del empleo

Position Summary:

Covenant Care welcomes all who share a calling to serve those most in need.

We are called to continue the healing ministry of Jesus by serving with compassion, upholding the sacredness of life in all stages, and caring for the whole person- body, mind and soul. The position of Licensed Practical Nurse will commit to incorporate our mission, vision, and our values, which are Compassion, Collaboration, Respect, Social Justice, Integrity and Stewardship, and uphold our ethical traditions as foundational aspects in all actions and decision-making.

Reporting to the Resident Care Manager (RCM), the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for managing the day-to-day delivery of care to residents by motivating and empowering the team. The LPN works cohesively with members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure the nursing process (Assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation) is individualized and ongoing, such that changing needs of residents are addressed and met.

In accordance with Covenant Care’s mission, vision, and values, this position is responsible for ensuring that residents receive quality care and service according to Covenant Care policies and procedures. Provides support to residents, their family and visitors during the resident’s end of life journey that will enable choice, dignity, privacy, respect and individuality.

This position will:

• Model the organization's mission, vision, and values, consistently representing Covenant professionally and positively
• Collaborate effectively as a professional team player, supporting the achievement of Covenant’s Mission, Vision, and Values

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved Practical Nurse Program required
• Current registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) required
• Current CPR / First Aid Certification / Equivalency required
• Ability to speak French an asset
• Dementia education an asset
• Strong critical assessment skills
• Exhibits open and sincere approach to relating to people by demonstrating respect and compassion for everyone equally
• Recognizes and responds effectively to verbal and non-verbal cues with exceptional active listening skills
• Ability and knowledge to work in a continuing care setting and the ability to deal with difficult behaviors
• Ability to cope with frequent changes such as daily routine, workload, shifts and resident needs and possess exceptional multi-tasking and time management skills
• This position requires you to be vaccinated against all required communicable diseases under Covenant Care’s OHS policy