Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 60 hours bi-weekly Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

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Nursing home/home for the aged

Tasks

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Administer medications Apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing Conduct specimen collection 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 safety and health education to individuals and their families 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 CPR Certificate First Aid Certificate

Area of specialization

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Geriatrics

Security and safety

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Bondable Criminal record check Immunization records Eligible for professional liability insurance Adult Abuse Registry check

Transportation/travel information

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Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Fast-paced environment Physically demanding 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 live near the job location?

Health benefits

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Dental plan Health care plan Paramedical services coverage Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

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As per collective agreement Group insurance benefits Life insurance Night shift premium Pension plan

Long term benefits

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Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

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Free parking available Parking available Travel insurance * Wellness program