Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years Experience: 1 to less than 7 months

Work setting

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Willing to relocate Nursing home/home for the aged Chronic or long-term care facilities/centres Retirement home

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 Completion of the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination 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 Tuberculosis test Vulnerable sector check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Repetitive tasks Physically demanding Manual dexterity Attention to detail Ability to distinguish between colours Combination of sitting, standing, walking Standing for extended periods Large caseload

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 willing to relocate for this position? Do you have experience working in this field? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications? 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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Group insurance benefits Life insurance Night shift premium Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

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Free parking available Paid time off (volunteering or personal days) Team building opportunities * Parking available