Licensed Practical Nurse (Casual) - Bethany Sylvan Lake

BCS Bethany Care Society; Town of Sylvan Lake; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethany Sylvan Lake site is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for casual shifts to provide resident-centered care at our Long Term Care Main Floor. You will document assessments, coordinate with the interdisciplinary team and ensure safety and quality in daily care.

Position supports ongoing education, leadership when needed, and adherence to Bethany policies. Applicants must have an LPN diploma, active CLHA registration, CPR, and strong English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of recognized LPN program.
• Active registration with CLHA in good standing.
• CPR certification current.
• English language skills (speaking, reading, writing).
• Dementia Care Certificate and prior experience preferred.
• Knowledge of RAI/MDS 2.0 and electronic documentation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote resident-centered care and follow care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Document care assessments, interventions and outcomes accurately.
• Maintain a safe environment and report unsafe conditions.
• Engage in team meetings, care conferences and continuous learning.
• Support team collaboration and contribute to a positive care culture.
• Provide leadership when needed and supervise Health Care Aides.

Skills

LPN registration

English communication

Observation/critical thinking

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing diploma

Tools

RAI/MDS 2.0

Electronic documentation

Job description

About The Role

With a passion for care towards residents, families and team members, the Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible and accountable for providing outstanding care and support to residents, resident’s families and volunteers within their designated scope of practice and in accordance with established policies and procedures. The Licensed Practical Nurse provides service that is responsive to the holistic needs of the residents and promotes choice while maintaining dignity and facilitating resident independence.

What You Will Do

Individual responsibilities will fall under six main areas of focus:

• Resident-Centered Care: Promotes service excellence and is responsive to the residents’ needs in accordance with resident care plans, policies and procedures. Conducts a complete and thorough nursing assessment of the resident to establish and prioritize nursing care and determine appropriate collaboration with Registered Nurse and other Interdisciplinary Team members.
• Documentation: Accurately and comprehensively documents resident care assessments, interventions and outcomes in alignment with Bethany policies and procedures. Documents timely, accurate reports of data collection, interpretation, planning, implementing and evaluating care in accordance with Bethany Care Society policy, and regulatory requirements.
• Safety: Contributes to a safe environment for residents, the team and self by understanding and adhering to safety guidelines and practices at all times. Identifies and mitigates unsafe conditions in the work environment, including immediate reporting of any unsafe conditions.
• Pro-active Learner: Demonstrates the vision and values of Bethany and lives out the mission of Creating Caring Communities. Attends and actively participates in Interdisciplinary Team meetings and care conferences, and shares knowledge of the resident and advocates for resident choice. Attends and actively participates in education opportunities, including health & safety training.
• Team Work: Cares for and actively participates and assists the Interdisciplinary Team to achieve and maintain a responsible atmosphere of resident centered care. Promotes constructive caring relationships with the Interdisciplinary Team, by fostering an understanding of the unique contributions of all team members, as well as with the residents, families and visitors.
• Leadership: Enables a high performance culture through leading, developing and coaching employees. Provides direction and supervision to Health Care Aides and assumes the ‘In Charge’ role when necessary.

What You Bring

• Graduate of recognized Licensed Practical Nursing program
• Previous License Practical Nurse experience is preferred
• Active Registration and in good standing with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA)
• Able to work effectively in a physically and mentally demanding environment
• Demonstrates ability to understand, speak, read and write effectively in English
• Excellent observation, communication and critical thinking skills
• Current CPR certification
• Dementia Care Certificate and experience preferred
• Knowledge of RAI/MDS 2.0 tool, computer skills and electronic documentation is preferred

Position Information

• Location: Sylvan Lake, Alberta
• Site: Bethany Sylvan Lake Site Address: 4700 47th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 2M3
• Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse (Casual) - Bethany Sylvan Lake
• FTE: 0.00
• Non- Union/Union: AUPE ANC Department/Unit: Long Term Care Main Floor - Sylvan Lake
• Time Type: Variable time
• Position Type: Casual
• Shift & Hours of Work: Variable
• Shift per Cycle: Variable
• Position Start Date:
• Position End Date:

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those selected to move forward will be contacted. Bethany Care Society is an equal opportunity employer. Successful candidates will be required to obtain a Criminal Background Check and provide proof of all mandatory immunizations. Bethany Care Society complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). By forwarding your resume to Bethany you are consenting to the collection and use of your personal information for this job competition. Your information will be kept strictly confidential. Bethany is one of Western Canada’s largest not-for-profit providers of care, housing, and community services for seniors and persons with disabilities. Since 1945, Bethany has provided high-quality, person-centred care focused on the unique physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of our residents and tenants. At Bethany, our employees are the backbone that supports our model of quality care. We celebrate a workforce rich in diversity, and our employees are rewarded through meaningful work experiences. Our employees are a part of something bigger than themselves—we are a team of multidisciplinary professionals committed to “Creating Caring Communities. For more information, check out this video about Working at Bethany