licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)

Employment and Social Development Canada; Kingston; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will provide essential nursing services, administer medications, and ensure the safety and well-being of patients in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for monitoring patients' progress and collaborating with healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives while working in a supportive and dynamic setting. If you are passionate about nursing and committed to providing exceptional care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a nursing role.
• Must have a college diploma or certificate in practical nursing.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and monitor patients' progress.
• Provide nursing services based on patient assessment.
• Ensure infection control and safety education.

Skills

Client focus

Dependability

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Interpersonal awareness

Judgement

Team player

Education

College diploma (1 to 2 years)

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (L.P.N.)

Posted on April 24, 2025 by Mahone Bay Nursing Home

Job Details

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years.

Work Setting: Nursing home/home for the aged.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Administer medications.
• Apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing.
• Ensure infection control.
• Monitor nutritional intake.
• Prepare patients for surgery by washing, shaving, and sterilizing operative areas.
• Record medication's therapeutic and side effects observations in patient files.
• Take vital signs.
• Provide safety and health education to individuals and their families.
• 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 the healthcare team.

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check.
• Immunization records.
• Vulnerable sector check.

Transportation/Travel Information

• Own transportation.
• Own vehicle.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment.
• Work under pressure.
• Repetitive tasks.
• Physically demanding.
• Manual dexterity.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to distinguish between colours.
• Sound discrimination.
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Large caseload.
• Overtime required.

Personal Suitability

• Accurate.
• Client focus.
• Dependability.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Excellent written communication.
• Flexibility.
• Initiative.
• Interpersonal awareness.
• Judgement.
• Organized.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Values and ethics.

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years.

Salary

$19.00 per hour / 12 to 40 hours per week.

Terms of Employment

Permanent employment, Part-time leading to full-time. Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Early Morning, Morning.

Who Can Apply for This Job?

You can apply if you are:

• A Canadian citizen.
• A permanent resident of Canada.
• A temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit.

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada.

Advertised Until

2025-05-24