Job Description

Who We Are



For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement



The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
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Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Operational -Assists in orientation of new personnel and new residents/families. Utilizes the Home's resources, such as supplies and equipment, economically and safely. Helps to identify equipment needs and is occasionally asked to evaluate equipment on trial prior to purchase.

Nursing Care Responsibilities -
Utilizes the nursing process, within established scope of practise, in providing holistic resident service.
Assessment:Observes, collects, records & reports information regarding the resident. Administers appropriate test, procedures & treatments within established scope of practice standards.

Planning:Participates in care planning Organizes clinical workload and sets priorities for carrying out assigned work

Implementation:Participates in direct resident care as established in care plan. Applies interventions within established scope of practice standards Supports resident independence, safety, dignity and comfort Documents the resident's care according to established policies and procedures Provides leadership, guidance and assistance to the resident attendant in completion of activities of daily living Seeks guidance and direction when required

Evaluation:Participates in evaluation care by observing, reporting, and recording resident responses and participating in care conferences and multidisciplinary reviews.

Develops and maintains good interpersonal and communication skills and utilizes these skills in work with residents, families, volunteers, visitors and other staff.
Participates in providing emotional support to residents and families throughout their stay at Lakeview Manor.
Organizational Responsibilities:Demonstrates knowledge of, and conducts work in the manner consistent with, Lakeview Manor's: philosophy, mission, policies and procedures; Participates in LVM's continuous quality improvement initiatives to improve resident, staff, department and facility performance outcomes; Utilizes the facility's resources, such as supplies and equipment, economically and safely; Maintains resident confidentiality and respects the resident's right to privacy; Participates in department meetings; attends in-service programs, staff and committee meetings.

Individual Responsibilities:Maintains knowledge of, and applies, policies and procedures the Fire and Disaster Plan, the Infection Control & Back in Form programs, and any other site programs; Practices all safety and sanitation rules and regulations, and observes personal hygiene; Reports need of repairs to supervisor, or informs Maintenance personnel using the approved communication tools; Has a thorough knowledge of, and is able to demonstrate, the safe use and care of supplies and assigned equipment required in the provision of resident care; Provides a comfortable, safe and clean environment for residents, volunteers, visitors and fellow staff; Adheres to WorkSafe NBActs & Regulations in all duties; Maintains professional and personal development through participation in continuous education programs, in-services and other initiatives.

Qualifications:High school graduation or equivalent plus successful completion of a two year Practical Nursing course through NBCC or equivalency. Active registration in the Association of New Brunswick Licensed Practical Nurses*, or eligible for registration in New Brunswick required.
Good attendance record. Ability to work in team setting and take direction. Good communication and interpersonal skills; able to follow verbal and written instructions in English.

This is a part time position with 18 hrs per week on average.Related and allied duties will be assigned from time to time as may become necessary to the operation of the facility.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $32.44 to $33.52 with a maximum of $34.59.
Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.