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 or equivalent experience

Work setting

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Nursing home/home for the aged 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 Take vital signs Monitor established respiratory therapy and intravenous therapy 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 Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certificate

Security and safety

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Tuberculosis test Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/travel information

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Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

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Dependability Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Judgement Organized Team player Values and ethics

Screening questions

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Are you available for shift or on-call work? Are you available for the advertised start date? Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Are you willing to relocate for this position? Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?

Health benefits

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Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

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As per collective agreement

Long term benefits

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Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

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* Free parking available