Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

About the Position

Responsibilities:

• Carries out tasks and daily work following the procedures, standards and job performance requirement within the scope of practice of the NSCN
• Participates in the implementation of organizational goals
• Complete all documentation and charting on residents’ files, incident reports etc. as applicable, and access any required resident information in Point Click Care.
• Administer medications according to care plan and MAR.
• Document appropriately.
• Maintain confidentiality concerning residents, employees, organizational data and information.
• Cooperates with fellow employees and Management to promote a positive atmosphere for residents, their families, coworkers and visitors
• Communicate and work with family members and other health care providers to develop a care plan when additional care is needed.
• Respond immediately to emergency situations involving residents or staff.
• Supervise other staff while on duty when required.
• Provide report at end of shift

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing.
• Pharmacology must have been part of the basic LPN program, or have taken an approved Pharmacology course.
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Experience working with seniors an asset.
• Ability to respond to the needs of our residents in a compassionate manner
• Able to work independently and as a team member
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Ability to make informed decisions in emergency situations
• Solid written and verbal communication skills

About the Company

Gem Healthcare
15 Shoreham Ln Suite 101
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3P 2R3

Company Contact

Abel Samuel
abel.samuel@gemhc.com
Preferred Contact: Email, In-person, Phone

Documents to be Forwarded

• Resume