Licensed Practical Nurse | Casual

Shasta Care Community; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior healthcare community in Canada seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing care and support to residents. The role involves ensuring quality care, supervising support staff, and creating a welcoming environment. Candidates should be registered with the relevant nursing authority and have experience in geriatrics or senior health. This position offers competitive benefits and a supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and vacation package

Health & Dental benefits program

Share Ownership and Reward Program

Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match

Continuous learning and growth opportunities

Welcoming culture that values diversity

Qualifications

• In good standing with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta.
• Experience in Geriatrics, Rehabilitation, and/or senior health industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in accordance with established policy and physician’s orders.
• Utilize sound nursing practice principles for excellent care delivery.
• Create a welcoming environment through teamwork and communication.
• Oversee resident care and maintain communication with families.
• Supervise Personal Support Workers assigned to the unit.
• Manage admission and assessment of residents.

Skills

Experience in Geriatrics

Risk identification skills

Ability to foster a positive work environment

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse certification

Job description

At Sienna, you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Shasta Care Community their home. Join us in a role where knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected. Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is a privilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect.

Reporting to the Wellness Manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents.

What We Offer :

We are a purpose-driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard, and empowered to do meaningful work. We offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal, and professional needs :

• A competitive salary and vacation package
• Health & Dental benefits program
• Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
• Continuous learning and growth opportunities to succeed and take on new challenges
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences, and beliefs

What you’ll be doing :

You will be a welcomed member of the Shasta Care Community team and impact in the following ways :

• Provide nursing care in accordance with established policy, physician’s orders, the resident plan of care, and within the scope of practice of an LPN.
• Utilize sound nursing practice principles to ensure delivery of excellent nursing and personal care.
• Create a welcoming and supportive environment for residents through teamwork and effective communication with staff.
• Oversee resident care, including regular communication with residents and their families, and provide guidance to staff.
• Supervise the Personal Support Workers / Unregulated team members assigned to the unit.
• Manage admission, readmission, and change in status, providing ongoing assessment to residents.

Who you are :

• In good standing with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta.
• Experience in Geriatrics, Rehabilitation, and/or senior health industry is an asset.
• Good judgment, risk identification skills, and ability to foster a positive work environment.

What you need to know :

• Sienna Senior Living is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and residents feel like they belong. We seek applicants with diverse backgrounds and a wide range of abilities. Sienna provides an accessible candidate experience.
• You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check and/or Criminal Record Check applicable to the appropriate province.

Apply now if you want to learn more!