Licensed Practical Nurse (L.P.N.) - Full time, part time and casual positions available

Villa du Repos Inc.; City of Moncton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading long-term care facility in Moncton is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide essential nursing care to residents. The role involves administering medications, documenting health statuses, and ensuring the comfort and dignity of residents. This position offers a starting salary of $32.44 per hour, with opportunities for professional development within a supportive team. Apply now to join an enriching and dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Two years recent experience in geriatric care would be an asset.
• Ability to facilitate physical and intellectual abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under the direction of the registered nurse.
• Administer medications as prescribed.
• Document health status and report to the Charge Nurse.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Teamwork skills

Geriatric care experience

Education

Certificate from a recognized practical nursing program

Licensed to practice in New Brunswick

Certificate in drug administration

Job description

Overview

Villa du Repos Inc, a long-term care home with a capacity of 186 residents, is currently accepting applications for the position of Licensed Practical Nurse. Full time, part time and casual positions available. Apply now.

Nature of the position: To provide nursing care to residents under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse in accordance with the scope of practice defined by the NBNAI A.

Responsibilities

• Assist the resident in his or her need to breathe.
• Assist the resident in his or her need to eat and drink.
• Assist the resident in his or her need to eliminate.
• Assist the resident in his or her need to move around.
• Assist the resident in his or her need to sleep and rest.
• Assist the resident in dressing and undressing and maintaining personal hygiene.
• Assist the resident in maintaining body temperature within normal limits.
• Administer according to established procedures and assist the resident in need to be clean and protect integuments.
• Assist the resident in need for security.
• Assist the resident in need to communicate.
• Assist the resident in need to act according to beliefs and values.
• Assist the resident in need to feel useful.
• Assist the resident in need for recreation and to participate in activities of the home.
• Assist the resident in need to learn.
• To provide palliative care to the resident and support to their loved ones. Administer post-mortem care according to established procedures.
• Administer medications as prescribed.
• Assess, monitor and document the health status and behaviour of residents and report to the Charge Nurse.
• Participate in various meetings.
• Ensure adequate documentation according to established procedures.
• Complete the various control forms at each relay (nursing care recording, monitoring of restraints, etc.).

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to operate cleaning and care equipment.
• Pick up or store items at the warehouse if necessary.
• Perform the initial clean-up in the event of an incident caused by either a resident or an employee.
• Participate in meetings and training sessions as directed by the Nurse or Care Manager.
• Read and follow the home's policies and procedures, various memos and minutes of meetings.
• Participate in the orientation of new staff as assigned by the nurse and/or care manager.

Qualifications

• Hold a certificate from a recognized practical nursing program.
• Licensed to practice in the Province of New Brunswick.
• Hold a certificate in drug administration.
• Two years recent experience in geriatric care would be an asset.
• Organizational, planning, leadership and teamwork skills; ability to organize, plan, lead and work in a team; ability to facilitate physical and intellectual abilities to meet the requirements of the position.
• Possess a good work history; demonstrate an interest in professional development; demonstrate autonomy in his/her work.

Salary and Benefits

Salary: According to the collective agreement starting at step A $32.44 per hour. Incentive: The employer will reimburse the cost of the exam and license fees.

Apply

We thank all applicants for their interest in Villa du Repos. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Apply now to work with us at Villa du Repos.

About Villa du Repos

Villa du Repos Inc. Choisis la Villa du Repos pour ta carrière dans le domaine de la santé! Si tu es à la recherche d\'un travail motivant qui donne le sentiment du devoir accompli tout en te permettant des horaires de travail variés ainsi qu\'un salaire et un ensemble d\'avantages sociaux concurrentiels, alors joins-toi sans plus tarder à l\'équipe dynamique de la Villa du Repos. Un environnement de travail harmonieux, moderne et enrichissant. La Villa du Repos est constituée d\'une équipe dynamique et dévouée œuvrant dans les domaines suivants : Soins infirmiers, Service alimentaire, Service de soutien, Service de loisirs, Service administratif. Perfectionnement et implication des équipes; comités Santé et sécurité, Patronat ouvrier, Entraîneur colonne en forme, Exercice de profession.