Licensed Practical Nurse

SEHC; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Total Rewards

Growth Opportunities

Autonomy in Practice

Innovative Culture

Purpose & Impact

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

SE Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our care team in Red Deer, Alberta. This 0.4 FTE part-time position offers meaningful patient care with autonomy and collaboration across a multidisciplinary team.

You will provide holistic nursing care under supervision, follow care plans, monitor residents, and uphold safety, dignity and comfort while responding to changing needs with compassion. French skills are an asset.

Qualifications

• LPN Certificate, current active registration with the CLHA in good standing.
• Updated immunization record.
• Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Check within 12 months.
• Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certificates.
• Recent experience with elderly or disabled in a supportive living setting.
• Palliative care experience is an asset.
• Compassionate, respectful and sincere manner with diplomacy.
• Good oral and written communication; French is a plus.
• Flexible and adaptable to a changing work environment.
• Physically capable of duties; lifting up to ~55 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on care to residents per Care Plan and policies.
• Report changes in resident conditions promptly to decision makers.
• Assist in supervising non-regulated staff and support the care plan.
• Maintain resident dignity, privacy, independence, spirituality and individuality.
• Follow infection prevention and control policies in all duties.
• Work within defined practice statements and conduct guidelines.
• Participate in team meetings and required training.

Education

LPN Certificate

CLHA Registration

First Aid & CPR Level C

Job description

Job Type Registered Practical Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse

SE Health LPNs are the best of the best. We provide care and independence to our residents, using a client- and family-centered approach that incorporates the most current research into practice. When you choose to join SE Health, you become part of a diverse and collaborative care team where you’ll apply your skills – and your heart – to provide services that support our residents to live and age well. You’ll make a difference in their lives, and they’ll make a difference in yours!

Why join our team?

• Competitive Total Rewards. So much more than a paycheque! Enjoy comprehensive benefits, pension, on-demand pay and exclusive staff perks.
• Growth That Meets Your Ambition. Build your skills with education bursaries, tuition support, ongoing training and mentorship. Our leadership team is available 24/7 to help you practice to full scope and deliver excellent care. With diverse roles and locations across Canada, you’ll have opportunities to explore new career paths or move into support and leadership positions.
• Empowerment. At our facility, our nurses are provided with a full degree of autonomy of practice, provide clinical leadership to our multi-disciplinary team every day, and are supported with leading-edge training related to Palliative and aging.
• Innovative. At SE, we are always looking for new, innovative ways to improve. You’ll be encouraged and supported to identify and make improvements to the way we do our work. As a social enterprise, we support research into Senior’s Health and Aging.
• Purpose & Impact Join a national social enterprise where your voice matters. Every role helps advance health, spark innovation and strengthen communities across Canada.
• Manage your life. At SE, you’ll be supported with the time you need to meet the needs of your clients and meet your own needs, develop yourself and your career, and be part of a team.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Manager or Director of Care, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will use evidence-informed nursing knowledge, skill and judgment to provide integrated and holistic nursing care, within the scope of practice appropriate to an LPN, to meet the physical, safety, emotional and spiritual needs of clients and their families.

STATUS

(0.4 FTE) Part-time

HOURS

7:00 AM - 15:15 PM

Position Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on care to residents according to the Care Plan and facility policies and procedures.
• Report changes in resident conditions as well as any other pertinent information to the appropriate decision makers in a timely manner.
• Assist in the monitoring of non-regulated staff assigned to carry out the care plan, including supervising, coaching, and supporting
• Ensure resident care is delivered in a way that maintains resident dignity, privacy, and acknowledges independence, spirituality, and individuality.
• Perform all duties in a safe and efficient manner; adhere to all required infection prevention and control policies and practices.
• Work within their practice statement, competencies, and conduct as defined by the Health Professions Act or other relevant legislation, and governing professional organizations.
• Participate in team meetings and training/learning opportunities as required.

Qualifications

• LPN Certificate, current active registration with the CLHA in good standing.
• Updated immunization record
• A satisfactory Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Check issued in the past 12 months
• Valid Standard First Aid and Level C CPR certificates.
• Recent experience working with the elderly or disabled persons, preferably in a supportive living environment.
• Palliative care experience is an asset.
• Demonstrate a compassionate, respectful and sincere manner, with the ability to deal with conflict in a diplomatic and professional manner.
• Good oral and written communication skills (French language skills an asset).
• Flexible and adaptable to a changing work environment.
• This is a physically demanding position and requires hand, arm and shoulder dexterity, sensory ability, lifting to a maximum of approximately fifty-five (55) pounds, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and frequent movement.

About SE Health

SE Health is a not-for-profit social enterprise advancing health with heart. With 115+ years of impact, we bring hope, happiness and exceptional care to people and communities across Canada. We lead with empathy, dignity and purpose while building a future where everyone can realize their full health and well-being potential.

We’re also an inclusive, supportive workplace offering competitive compensation, strong benefits and real opportunities to grow. We’re All In Together.

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