Licensed Practical Nurse

Covenant Care; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant Care in Red Deer, Alberta is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver compassionate, value-driven care to residents. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualized care plans aligned with Covenant Care’s mission.

The role requires a valid Practical Nurse credential and CLPNA registration, CPR/First Aid certification, and strong communication and assessment skills to support residents and their families with dignity and respect.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Practical Nurse Program.
• Current registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA).
• CPR/First Aid Certification or equivalency required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver day-to-day resident care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Ensure the nursing process (assess, plan, implement, evaluate) is applied to changing resident needs.
• Provide end-of-life support with dignity, privacy and respect.

Skills

Critical thinking

Active listening

Communication

Multitasking

Time management

Education

Practical Nurse Program

CLPNA registration

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

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