licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)

Hospice Halifax; Halifax; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Halifax is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a valid CPR certificate, be eligible for licensure, and possess strong interpersonal skills. This role involves administering medications, monitoring patient progress, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Benefits

Free parking available

Learning / training paid by employer

Disability benefits

Group insurance benefits

Maternity and parental benefits

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in nursing.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and monitor patients' progress.
• Provide nursing services based on patient assessment.
• Consult with healthcare team members.

Skills

Client focus

Interpersonal awareness

Reliability

Flexibility

Judgement

Education

Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse

CPR Certificate

Job description

• Chronic or long-term care facilities / centres

Tasks

• Administer medications
• Ensure infection control
• Observe and record medication's therapeutic and side effects
• Provide nursing services, within defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures
• Monitor patients' progress, evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and consult with appropriate members of healthcare team

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province / territory of work
• CPR Certificate

Area of specialization

• Geriatrics
• Palliative care

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Immunization records
• Vulnerable sector check

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years
• Disability benefits
• Paramedical services coverage
• Group insurance benefits

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• Other benefits

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Licensed Practical Nurse • Halifax, NS, CA