Job Description
JOB SUMMARYIn keeping with the Mission, Vision, and Values of Park Place, the LPN, in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, uses the nursing process and applies his/her nursing knowledge, skills and clinical judgment in performing assessments, planning, implementing, and providing quality and person-centred nursing care to the Residents. The LPN operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice as outlined by the relevant provincial governing body’s practice standards and Code of Ethics and Park Place policies and procedures. The LPN practices in a setting where the client care needs are established and changes in health condition are predictable and ensures a commitment to Park Place’s “culture of safety.”POSITIONLicensed Practical Nurse - 0.2 FTE - This position is unionized under A.U.P.E.Permanent Evening Position 1500-1130 on Saturday and Sunday every other week.LOCATIONBenevolence Care Center -DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDemonstrates knowledge and ability to prioritize and manage Resident care according to identified care needs and their family and establish a therapeutic relationship with themRespects and advocates for Residents’ rights by:Obtaining informed consent prior to performing any nursing procedurePromoting self-determination and autonomy in the formulation of the Residents’ plan of careAdhering to Park Place’s Residents Bill of RightsAssessment and Care PlanningUtilize standardized assessment tools available (e.g., MDS-RAI, User Defined Assessments) based on Residents’ identified care needs and recognized best practicesDemonstrates the knowledge and ability to carry out move-in and move-out processes as well as Resident transfers, both internal and external, in an efficient and timely manner; including but not limited to completing the following tasks identified in their full scope of practicePerform and complete a comprehensive and focused health and psychosocial assessment including a thorough health history taking; documenting and reporting via electronic processesMedication ReconciliationAdvance care planningDocuments health assessment and pertinent clinical information accurately and in a timely manner in the Resident’s electronic health record and/or chart as appropriateMedication ManagementUnderstands the principles of pharmacology and medication administrationAdministers medications in accordance with Park place and pharmaceutical policies and procedures and LPN full scope of practice as well as monitor, evaluate and document medication effectiveness and reports adverse reactionsPerforms, monitors and evaluates nursing procedures and interventions such as but not limited to head to toe assessments, taking/recording and interpreting vital signs, assistance with activities of daily living, elimination, nutrition and hydration management, basic foot care, basic wound care, palliative care, and post mortem careDemonstrates the ability to communicate fluently in English, both verbally and in writingPerforms related clerical duties such as answering the telephone, making appointments, ordering supplies and initiating diagnostic requisitionsMonitors timely completion of care staff documentation on electronic health recordCompletes User Defined Assessments (UDA) appropriately and completelyReports and documents incidents appropriately on the available online incident reporting platform(s)Demonstrate knowledge of risks associated with inappropriate use of social mediaQUALIFICATIONAt least one (1) year recent related experience/ Registration/Certification(s)Education and Training: Graduate from an accredited School of Licensed Practical Nurses. Current CPR and First Aid is required.Professional Designation and Affiliations: Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta * Current and clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable SectorSALARY$27.40 - $35.89 HourlyPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe LPN position requires a significant amount of lifting, walking, reaching, bending, pushing, standing and sittingIn an average day the employee spends 2 to 6 hours standing or walkingLifts a maximum of 50 lbs., frequent lifting and/or carrying of 20 lbsMust be able to manage stressful work situations with dexterity and professionalismWe thank all candidates for their application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Powered by JazzHRPark Place Seniors Living
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