Job Description

Location:
Emergency
Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital ~ Fredericton ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network
Language requirement:
English Essential
Schedule:
Subject to change due to operational requirements
Job Classification:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPNA)
Job Classification Type:
NBNU
JOB PURPOSE
As a member of the interdisciplinary team, provides quality patient care within the scope of professional nursing practice.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Active registration with ANBLPN
• Current BCLS certification
• Demonstrated assessment skills and ability to respond to emergent situations and prioritize care.
• Good work and attendance record
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Willing to participate in continuing education/certification programs

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Patient Care:

• Prioritizes and delivers care to patients within a collaborative setting, seeking clinical guidance as required.
• Professionally communicates and consults with all members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients while adhering to professional boundaries.
• Maintains documentation standards.
• Provides holistic patient care and therapeutic measures to meet patient care needs
• Participates in the development of the plan of care in collaboration with the health care team, patients, and family members.
• Utilizes resources within the hospital and community to meet the health care and educational needs of patients and families.
• Participates in the orientation of new staff and provides ongoing mentorship.
• Participates in quality improvement and risk management activities.

COMPETENCIES
Competencies identified by Horizon Health Network:

• Professional Communication
• Emotional Intelligence
• Decision Making
• Interpersonal Relations
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Professionalism

Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon's
Interested? Apply Today?
Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.
About Horizon's Recruitment Process
We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.
Diversity Statement
Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

Skills Required