Licensed Practical Nurse-Regular Part Time (BSD LPN E1 0.93 FTE)-AgeCare Sandringham

AgeCare; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide patient-oriented care in a supportive environment. This role involves working collaboratively with an inter-professional team to ensure high-quality care for residents. You will be responsible for clinical assessments, care planning, and direct resident care, while also managing medication orders and facilitating education for residents and families. If you are dedicated to serving seniors with dignity and respect, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the applicable Province/State.
• Experience in senior care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident care and administer medications/treatments.
• Coordinate nursing team assignments for efficient care delivery.

Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Care Coordination

Time Management

Customer Service

Clinical Knowledge

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse Registration

Experience in Senior Care

Education in Gerontology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reporting to the Director of Care, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient-oriented, goal-directed nursing care in accordance with provincial standards of care.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Work as a member of the inter-professional team, applying a person-centered approach to care.
2. Complete and ensure accuracy of residents' clinical assessments, care/service plans, and documentation; communicate changes as needed.
3. Implement and evaluate care/service plans, making adjustments as necessary.
4. Assist with scheduling and participate in resident care conferences when applicable.
5. Coordinate with the Director of Care for resident move-ins, move-outs, and transfers.
6. Provide direct resident care, administer medications/treatments, and document in compliance with standards and policies.
7. Manage medication orders, safekeeping of drugs and narcotics, and administration in accordance with regulatory requirements.
8. Facilitate and provide resident and family education.
9. Plan, coordinate, manage, and evaluate resident care plans collaboratively with residents, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team.
10. Coordinate nursing team assignments to ensure efficient care delivery.
11. Respond to changes in resident condition or medical emergencies; provide emergency first aid.
12. Teach, delegate, and supervise unregulated care providers.
13. Coordinate emergency response in the absence of senior management.
14. Address resident and family concerns, ensuring appropriate actions and communication.
15. Assist in the coordination and monitoring of Infection Prevention and Control, Health and Safety, and Quality/Safety Programs.
16. Uphold trust with vulnerable adults, maintaining ethics, morality, and integrity per the Code of Conduct.
17. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the applicable Province/State.
2. Experience in senior care settings and with unregulated care providers preferred.
3. Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, or community/long-term care are assets.
4. Strong communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management, and customer service skills.
5. Demonstrated clinical knowledge.
6. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certifications.
7. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
8. Ability to provide a current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check, including a Criminal Background Check, or willingness to obtain one.

Wage Leveling Salary: $32.84 - $41.35 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.

If you’re motivated by serving seniors with dignity, respect, and compassion, we invite you to join us!