Licensed Practical Nurse Casual AgeCare South Terrace

AgeCare Ltd.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in long-term care is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join their team. In this rewarding role, you will provide essential nursing care to seniors, ensuring their well-being and dignity are prioritized. You will work collaboratively within an inter-professional team, implementing and evaluating care plans tailored to each resident's needs. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of seniors while working in a supportive and person-centered environment. If you are dedicated to serving the elderly with respect and compassion, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in applicable Province/State.
• Experience working in a senior's environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide planned, patient-oriented nursing care in accordance with standards.
• Complete resident's clinical care assessments and documentation.

Skills

Written and Oral Communication

Critical Thinking

Care Coordination

Time Management

Customer Focus

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse Registration

Experience in Gerontology

Education in Rehabilitation

Tools

Microsoft Office Applications

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse Casual AgeCare South Terrace

Licensed Practical Nurse Casual AgeCare South Terrace

Apply locations Edmonton, Alberta, Canada time type Part time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R24_08147

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) reporting to the Director of Care is responsible for providing planned, patient-oriented, goal-directed nursing care in accordance with the provincial standards of care.

What Is In It For You:

• To work as a member of the inter-professional team as described by our Professional Practice Model applying the person centered approach to care.
• To complete and ensure resident's clinical care assessments, care/service plans and documentation are accurate, up to date and changes communicated as required.
• To implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care/service plans and make changes as required.
• To assist with scheduling of resident's care conferences and participate in conferences where applicable.
• To work closely with the Director of Care to facilitate resident's move in, move out and transfers.
• To provide direct resident care and medication/ treatment administration and document care in compliance with regulatory and Resident Care standards and policies and procedures.

What You Will Need:

• Current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in applicable Province/State.
• Experience working in a senior's environment and with unregulated care providers preferred.
• Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset.
• Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skills.
• Must have demonstrated sound clinical knowledge.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required.
• Computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft office applications.
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!