Licensed Practical Nurse
Wolfville Nursing Home Ltd. in
Come and Join The Wolfville Nursing Home Team
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Wolfville Nursing Home is a privately owned Long Term Care Facility in the town of Wolfville in Nova Scotia's beautiful Annapolis Valley. We provide quality care to 66 residents.
We have a position available for a qualified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Reporting to the Director of Care or designate, the LPN is accountable for;
Administering medications to residents
Reviewing the CCA/PCW work plan at the start of each shift
Monitoring workflow re: resident care timelines and CCA breaks
As resident care team leader, the LPN provides guidance and direction to CCA resident care team and assists with resident care as required.
The LPN holds unit meetings with the CCA team and reports any concerns to RN.
The LPN contributes to quality improvement projects and role models the Nursing Department's commitment to the organization's safety culture and enhancement of resident safety.
The LPN also assists with development of and adheres to safety procedures as work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations (e.g. WHMIS, fire safety, spills).
The ability and willingness to work all shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays) is a requirement of this position.
Qualifications:
Current registration with CLPNNS
Recognized Pharmacology course and experience in medication administration
Geriatric nursing experience an asset
Strong team player and effective communication skills
Alzheimer and other related dementia (P.I.E.C.E.S.) training an asset
Experience working with geriatric clients or previous Long Term Care Experience preferred
Experience working with electronic medical records and basic computer skills preferred
Must be authorized to work in Canada
Must meet the minimum level of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 7 in English
How to Apply:
Please send resume to the attention of Charmaine De Guzman, Director of Care to nursemanger@wolfvillenursinghomes.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: $28.32-$30.42 per hour
Expected hours: 16 - 32 per week
Work Location: In person
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