Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Casual

Flippa.com; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community health care provider is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide professional nursing care in Red Deer, Alberta. The role includes developing care plans, administering medication, and mentoring staff. Ideal candidates should have a nursing diploma and experience in a residential care setting, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and compassion.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Nursing diploma.
• Registered with the provincial nursing regulatory body.
• Experience in a residential care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement care plans for residents.
• Administer and monitor medication for residents.
• Assist with personal care and provide mentorship to aides.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Compassion

Education

Nursing diploma

Job description

Let us welcome you home to Inglewood in Red Deer, Alberta

Optima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living, and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada.

Our Vision: For every person to feel at home.

This is supported by our credo: “Let us welcome you home.” We feel it is an honor to work with our residents and advocate a resident-centered approach where the Resident is the focus of all our endeavors.

As the Licensed Practical Nurse, you will be responsible for providing professional nursing care to residents, including medication administration, as well as mentoring and coaching unregulated staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop care plans under the direction of the Director of Care or designate for the physical, psychological, and social care of residents.
• Direct and assist care aides in the use of appropriate procedures to ensure high-quality resident care.
• Administer, monitor, record medication administration, and educate residents as needed.
• Assist in creating and managing nursing care plans and participate in evaluating current and future medical needs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care treatments and inform the Health & Wellness Manager or designate and/or the resident’s physician of significant changes in residents' conditions.
• Provide personal care assistance, nursing procedures, and mentorship and coaching of Health Care Aides.
• Work with residents to meet their care requirements and communicate concerns to the doctor and manager as needed.
• Maintain ongoing competence by utilizing knowledge, skills, judgment, and evidence-based practice in caring for aging adults.
• Ensure compliance with provincial continuing care health service standards, legislation, codes, regulations, and safety statutes.
• Promote awareness of accident and injury prevention through safe work practices and procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Completion of a Nursing diploma.
• Registered with the provincial nursing regulatory body and in good standing.
• Experience in a residential care setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control procedures.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with peers, residents, visitors, and operational partners.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple resident requests.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and problem-solve effectively.
• Flexibility to work various shifts.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, bend, squat, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Display compassion, education, proficiency, and experience in assisting residents.

Are you legally authorized to work in Canada? * Yes / No

Do you currently reside within Canada? * Yes / No

Do you require sponsorship now or in the future? * Yes / No

What is your status in Canada? *

Do you hold an active unrestricted BCCN&M License, CLPNA, and/or CRNA License? * Yes / No

Please attach a copy of your License. *

Do you have two or more years of full-time Canadian nursing experience? (Must have 2800 hours of nursing experience, generally equivalent to 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time or multiple casual years) * Yes / No

Have you completed all current provincial required vaccinations, including Tuberculosis, Influenza, and others? * Yes / No

Please attach proof of provincial vaccinations. *

Do you have a valid CPR and First Aid certificate? * CPR / First Aid

Please attach your Food Safe and First Aid certificates. *

Please attach your highest relevant educational certificate for this role. *

Please provide three work references from supervisors or managers, including their names, reporting relationships, phone numbers, and email addresses. *