Licensed Practical Nurse (Casual)

Revera Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Vacation

EAP

Perks program

Recognition

CaRES Fund eligibility

Experience culture

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Calgary team. You will provide planned, patient-oriented nursing care in accordance with provincial standards and work within a multidisciplinary team to support residents, families and colleagues.

You will assess residents, implement and evaluate care plans, complete accurate documentation, and mentor unregulated care providers. The role requires strong communication, empathy, teamwork and sound clinical judgment.

Qualifications

• Current LPN registration in the applicable province.
• Experience working with seniors and with unregulated care providers preferred.
• Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset.
• Strong drive, respect and an understanding of the emotional and physical demands of the role.
• Focus on teamwork and customer service with the ability to build trusted relationships.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide planned, patient-oriented nursing care in accordance with provincial standards.
• LPNs implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care plans and make changes as required.
• Complete and ensure residents' clinical care assessments, care plans and documentation are accurate and up to date.
• Teach, delegate and direct unregulated care providers, providing coaching and mentorship.

Skills

LPN License

Communication skills

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Microsoft Office

Education

LPN Registration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care. For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees. Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference.

What we offer YOU

• Competitive base pay
• Benefits & vacation time
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Employee perks program
• Employee appreciation and recognition
• Eligibility to apply to The Senior Living CaRES Fund
• Be part of an experience organization
• Corporate and social responsibility causes

How YOU make a difference

LPNs are responsible for providing planned, patient-oriented, goal-directed nursing care in accordance with the provincial standards of care. LPNs are an integral part of our multi-disciplinary team who build trusted relationships with our residents, families and teams with continuous ongoing and effective communication. LPNs implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care plans and make changes as required. LPNs complete and ensure resident’s clinical care assessments, care plans and documentation are accurate, up to date and communicate changes as required. LPNs teach, delegate and direct unregulated care providers, providing them with coaching & mentor.

What YOU bring

Current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the applicable province Demonstrated sound clinical knowledge Experience working with seniors and with unregulated care providers preferred Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset Strong drive, respect and an understanding of the emotional and physical demands of the role Focus on teamwork and customer service with the ability to build trusted relationships Strong written and oral communication skills and critical thinking skills Demonstrated organizational and time management skills Computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft office applications Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required Current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one

How we recognize YOU

• Service recognition
• Employee appreciation events
• An open and engaging team that welcomes input for new ideas and programs
• Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care. For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees. The Mission of Cogir Senior Living Human beings are the focus of our mission which is “real estate with purpose”. They are the foundation of our culture as well as our priority. For us, the human being is everywhere and is the basis for all our actions and decisions. A Unique Experience As employees, every workday is a unique experience. We offer a healthy environment, with inspiring leaders who set clear goals, acknowledge the efforts made and encourage internal advancement. Moreover, we’re offering benefits that reflect the needs of today. There are various options available to allow for a healthy work-life balance.