- Work Term : Permanent
- Work Language : English
- Hours : 20 to 40 hours per week
- Education : College / CEGEP
- Experience : 1 year to less than 2 years
- or equivalent experience
Work setting
Private residence
Tasks
- Administer medications
- Ensure infection control
- Take vital signs
- Monitor established respiratory therapy and intravenous therapy
- Provide nursing services, within defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures
- Skin care
- Provide personal care
- Prepare and serve nutritious meals
- Plan physiotherapy programs
- Monitor health care programs
- Instruct patients regarding oral hygiene
- Co-ordinate in-house laundry services
- Food safety / handling skills
- Assist in regular exercise, e.g., walk
- Light cleaning duties
- Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
- Provide nursing care
- Administer first aid in emergency situations
- Monitor recreational, sports or fitness activities to ensure safety and provide emergency or first aid assistance when required
- Ensure hygiene and sanitation practices conform to policies and regulations
- Administer eye drops, ointments and medications as directed by ophthalmologists
- Accompany patients on outdoor recreational activities
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province / territory of work
- CPR Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
- Immunization records
- Vulnerable sector check
Transportation / travel information
- Valid driver's licence
- Own vehicle
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Personal suitability
- Client focus
- Dependability
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Values and ethics
- Adaptability
Screening questions
- Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
- Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- Learning / training paid by employer
6 days ago