Job Description

The

Mission

of LeeCaring Communities is to create resident focused communities that are respectful, caring and compassionate, where residents are encouraged to live each day with purpose and belonging.

Our Values:

Resident centered care -

we care for the whole person with kindness, respect and dignity, while ensuring residents and their families have a voice in all aspects of their care and service.

Continuous Improvement -

we strive to continually improve our care and services.

Welcoming Environments -

everyone who lives, visits and works in our community contributes to its warmth and friendliness.

Diligent Stewardship -

we commit to responsibly using all resources entrusted to us, to maximize our residents' quality of life.

Reporting to the Clinical Lead, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) practicing under the LPN professional regulations and LPN Standards of Practice ensures person centered care is provided for residents in an individualized meaningful way and includes families. The main accountabilities of the position are to provide direct care for residents including administering medications, carrying out treatments and providing leadership for the Health Care Aides (HCAs). The incumbent in the position fosters and maintains effective relationships with site staff, family physicians, residents and family members.

The incumbent also acts as a role model and ambassador for the Mission and Values of LeeCaring Communities.

Qualifications

Formal Education:

Graduate of an approved Practical Nurse Diploma Program. Registration to full scope of practice with College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta. LPN Practice Permit and listed on the Public Directory of LPNs. Current CPR Certificate Dementia training is an asset.

Experience:

Previous experience working with older and/or disabled adults in continuing care settings. Previous experience supervising health care aides.

Classification:

LPN

FTE: Casual (As Needed)

Requires Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sectors Check within 90 days

*Ability to communicate in Cantonese and/or Mandarin would be considered an asset but not required

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $27.65-$36.22 per hour

Schedule:

Day shift Evening shift Night shift On call Weekends as needed
Application question(s):

Do you live in Edmonton? Are you familiar with Point Click Care? Are you familiar with RAI-MDS 2.0 the clinical assessment tool used in long term care in Alberta? How would you describe your computer skills? Are you familiar with electronic health records? Do you have reliable transportation to downtown Edmonton all hours of the day or night? How many years of LPN experience do you have in Long Term Care?
Experience:

Long Term Care LPN: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

registration with CLPNA (required) CPR Certification (required)
Work Location: In person