Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Various Positions – Ivy Meadows

Job title:

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Various Positions – Ivy Meadows

Company

Northwood

Job description

Location:Care Support (Ivy Meadows)
Nursing Management & Support (Halifax) ~ Nursing (Halifax) ~ Northwood Halifax Campus ~ NorthwoodJob Classification:LPNJoin our team today!Ivy Meadows in Sackville, Nova Scotia is hiring and currently accepting applications from Licensed Practical Nurses to join the team.Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Licensed Practical Nurses with pharmacological training
• Licensed Practical Nurse registered in the Province of Nova Scotia
• Current basic CPR
• Recent clinical experience, including medication administration and leadership duties
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis
• Previous experience in gerontological nursing an asset
• Leadership /Charge experience preferred
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Good problem solving and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated use of proper body mechanics and ability to perform heavy lifting
• Knowledge of / experience with a team based person-centered care approach
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of the interdisciplinary team

Responsibilities:

• Resident checks and rounds (including, but not limited to vitals, breathing, incontinent round, safety rounds, narcotic, charting)
• Medication administration (includes processing Doctor’s orders)
• Resident personal care (includes feeding/assistance, bowel care, dressing, wound care, blood work)
• Resident, family, and staff support (includes addressing questions and concerns, assisting other Northwood workers)
• General duties and administration (includes mail, paperwork, ordering supplies, assigning duties)
• Completes other tasks and duties as assigned

Hours/Shifts: Full Time, Part Time, and Casual (Various shifts)Salary: As per the NSNU Collective AgreementEffective: ImmediatelyIf you are interested in applying for this career opportunity please click APPLY!To learn more, please visit our websiteIvy Meadows is proud to be an inclusive employer that encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Expected salary

Location

Sackville, NB

Job date

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 04:59:51 GMT

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