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Licensed Practical NurseShannex Incorporated • Greenwich, Nova Scotia, Canada, CA
Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Shannex Incorporated • Greenwich, Nova Scotia, Canada, CA
10 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Number : J- Job Title : Licensed Practical Nurse Job Category : Clinical & Nursing (LPN, RPN, RN, NP) Job Type : Permanent Full Time Schedule : Rotational Number of Positions : 1

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Blomidon Court team based in Greenwich, Nova Scotia .

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include :

  • Approximate hourly wage : $29.75 - $34.74
  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Life, travel, and other insurances
  • Access to virtual healthcare 24 / 7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
  • NSHEPP pension plan
  • Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
  • NSNU seniority
  • Shannex provides relocation support and immigration assistance for qualified candidates who meet program requirements.
  • Free onsite parking
  • Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
  • Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
  • Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

  • Total nursing care and functions in accordance with the resident-directed approach to care, through the established philosophy of service.
  • Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, documenting and directing resident needs through consultation with medical professionals, care conferences and internal staff
  • Competence in numerous care areas including, but not limited to : Palliative Care Management Medication Administration Venipuncture Butterfly Insertion Set Catheter / Subprapubic Catheter Insertion Head to Toe Assessment
  • Providing leadership to health services staff and overseeing provision of quality health services respecting the client’s right to individualized planning of health services
  • Working with the existing management and health services teams to promote communication and compliance to policies and procedures
  • Maintains knowledge of current legislation and program requirements that govern long-term care
  • Maintain knowledge of issues and priorities within health care with a focus on continuing care
  • Follows the process in place for safekeeping of medications
  • Administers and records prescribed medications in accordance with facility policy
  • Provides consultation regarding resident issues and standards of care to interdisciplinary team
  • Assists residents with hygiene and daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, positioning in bed, and transferring to and from bed to chair
  • Assists with resident’s special needs, e.g. eye care, colostomy, and catheter
  • Applies dressings and treatments according to physician’s orders and facility policy
  • Assists with the development, implementation and evaluation of care plans
  • Administers and records prescribed medication as per company policy and scope of practice
  • Maintains the standards of accurate and complete documentation and reporting
  • Required to act as a work area leader or mentor in providing training, advice to peers doing similar work or filling in for vacation of people leader.
  • Assists with supervision and evaluation of job performance and behavior of other health care staff
  • Additional duties as assigned
  • About You

    In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring :

  • Graduate from an approved Practical Nursing Program
  • Approved Pharmacology and Physical Assessment course (if not completed during diploma)
  • Current registration with provincial regulatory body
  • Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays
  • A valid CPR & First Aid Certification (required)
  • A clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening upon hire
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Any previous course in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care to be a huge asset
  • Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset
  • A passion for the healthcare sector and / or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.
  • About Us

    Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since , Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit .

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