Licensed Practical Nurse, Home and Community Care

gov; Fort Smith; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Home and Community Care Team in Fort Smith. You will assess clients, plan and deliver nursing care, and collaborate with the health team to support independence and quality life in clients' homes.

Responsibilities include medication administration, wound care, palliative support, education, and thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nursing Certificate (full scope).
• Advanced Assessment and Medication certification, including IM/subcutaneous injections.
• Minimum of two years of LPN experience in acute, medical/surgical, or home care.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License and eligibility for CANNN registration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments and monitor health status.
• Develop and implement care plans with the healthcare team.
• Administer medications and treatments within scope of practice.
• Provide wound, catheter, ostomy care and chronic disease management.
• Support palliative and end-of-life care services in the community.
• Deliver health education and reinforce teaching plans.
• Collaborate with clients, families, physicians and other providers to ensure coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records and documentation.

Skills

LPN

Advanced Assessment

Medication Certification

Home Care Experience

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing Certificate

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse, Home and Community Care

Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Job Information

Make a Difference in Your Community

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Home and Community Care Team in Fort Smith. This rewarding position provides an opportunity to support clients in their homes, helping them maintain independence, manage chronic conditions, and receive quality care close to where they live.

As the Home and Community Care LPN, you will use the nursing process assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation to provide comprehensive nursing care to clients across all age groups. You will work collaboratively with Registered Nurses, physicians, home support workers, and other healthcare professionals to deliver client-centered care and promote positive health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• -Conduct client assessments and monitor health status.
• -Develop and implement care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• -Administer medications and treatments within scope of practice.
• -Provide wound care, catheter care, ostomy care, and chronic disease management.
• -Support palliative and end-of-life care services in the community.
• -Deliver health education and reinforce established teaching plans.
• -Participate in the Home Care Foot Care Program.
• -Respond effectively to emergency situations, including CPR and anaphylaxis.
• -Maintain accurate electronic medical records and clinical documentation.
• -Collaborate with clients, families, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care.

Key Requirements:

• -Licensed Practical Nursing Certificate (full scope).
• -Advanced Assessment and Medication certification, including Intramuscular and Subcutaneous injections.
• -Minimum of two (2) years of recent LPN experience in acute care, medical, surgical, or home care settings.

Additional Requirements:

• -Valid Class 5 Driver's License
• -Eligible for current Registration with CANNN

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

• Health Recruitment
• Department of Finance
• Government of the Northwest Territories
• YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
• BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
• Tel [phone] Extension 14106
• Fax[phone]
• [e-mail]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.