licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)

Work setting

• Nursing home / home for the aged

Tasks

• 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

• Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province / territory of work
• Completion of the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certificate

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Immunization records
• Tuberculosis test
• Adult Abuse Registry check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?

Employment terms options

• Evening

Employment terms options

• Shift
• Morning
• Night
• Weekend

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)