L.P.N. (licensed practical nurse)

SafeCare
Edmonton, AB, CA
$20-$25 an hour
Permanent
Full-time
Part-time
  • 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
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