Licensed Practical Nurse

Park Place Seniors Living; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior living community in Edmonton seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide personal and nursing care to residents. The role involves assessing residents' needs, supervising care staff, and ensuring a commitment to safety within established guidelines. Candidates require graduation from a recognized program plus recent experience, First Aid certification, and current licensure. This position offers a comprehensive understanding of resident care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Certification in First Aid as required by provincial legislation.
• Current full practicing licensure.

Responsibilities

• Assess and provide personal and nursing care to residents.
• Supervise care staff to meet resident’s needs.
• Ensure commitment to resident safety and culture of safety.

Education

Graduation from a recognized program for Licensed Practical Nurses

Certification in First Aid

Current full practicing licensure with the relevant governing body

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, performs assessments, plans, implements and provides personal and nursing care to residents. The LPN operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the standards of practice as outlined by the relevant provincial governing body and according to PPSL policies and procedures (for example, administers oral, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications in accordance with pharmaceutical and PPSL policies and procedures). Responsibilities include the direct supervision of care staff to meet resident’s needs. The LPN ensures a commitment to resident safety and to our “culture of safety” as per PPSL Strategic Directions

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from a recognized program for Licensed Practical Nurses plus one year’s recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Certified in First Aide as required by provincial legislation.
• Current full practicing licensure with the relevant governing body.

Current Bi-Weekly Rotation:

Current bi-weekly rotation shows days and shift codes as listed in the original description, including days Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon, Tues, Wed with shift indicators such as E7.5 and X.

Please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.