Job Description

Work Term: Casual Work Language: English Hours: 2 to 15 hours per week Education: College/CEGEP Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years Licensed practical/vocational nurse training (LPN, LVN, RPN, Cert., Dipl., AAS)

Work setting

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Private residence

Tasks

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Administer medications Apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing Ensure infection control Monitor nutritional intake Observe and record medication's therapeutic and side effects Record medication's therapeutic and side effects observations in patient files Take vital signs Provide nursing services, within defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures Monitor patients' progress, evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and consult with appropriate members of healthcare team

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province/territory of work Completion of the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination CPR Certificate First Aid Certificate

Security and safety

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Bondable Criminal record check Driving record check (abstract) Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/travel information

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Valid driver's licence Own transportation Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Fast-paced environment Repetitive tasks Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

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Accurate Client focus Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Initiative Interpersonal awareness Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Values and ethics

Screening questions

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Are you authorized to work in Canada? Are you available for shift or on-call work? Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting? Do you have experience working in this field? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Health benefits

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Dental plan Health care plan

Financial benefits

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Mileage paid Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

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* Wellness program