Licensed Practical Nurse - Occupational Health (Casual)

Licensed Practical Nurse Fort Saskatchewan Care community

This posting is for an existing vacancy

you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Fort Saskatchewan Care community their home. Join us in a role were knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected. We truly believe it is a privilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect.

We offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:

A competitive salary and vacation package

Health & Dental benefits program

A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs

You will be a welcomed team member, working in a fast-paced environment where you will make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. As a Licensed Practical Nurse , you will provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care that supports residents’ health, safety, and overall well-being. As an individual and part of a wider team, you will be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.

Maintain accountability for the nursing and personal care of residents within the scope of training and licensure

Assume responsibility for notifying family / responsible party of any significant change in a resident’s condition

Maintains resident records and required documentation in accordance with policies and procedures and legislative requirements

Administers medications as prescribed in accordance with pharmacy policies & procedures and observes changes in condition and reports them to the Director of Wellness

Seeks direction from the Director of Wellness when resident need exceeds experience or scope of practice

Exercises sound nursing judgment by reporting any change in resident’s status in a timely manner to the Director of Wellness as necessary, and takes appropriate action

Monitors the safekeeping of drugs and narcotics, and ensures narcotic count is correct

Reports incidents / near misses, illness or problems with residents to the Director of Wellness/ General Manager

Reports all transfers to hospital or deaths immediately to the Director of Wellness/ General Manager

Complete and maintain routine or adhoc clinical assessment of residents as assigned by Director of Wellness.

Assist in care plan development

Demonstrates personal attributes and communication skills that foster customer satisfaction at all times and monitors team member performance in relation to customer service

Fosters positive interactions with residents, families and visitors

Facilitates problem solving of resident / family concerns or complaints that arise and ensures complaints are communicated to the Director of Wellness/ General Manager

Assists with the orientation of new residents to help facilitate a smooth transition to the home

Adheres to organizations policies, procedures, practices

Facilitates calm reaction and resolution to problems that arise or emergency situations

Participates in Quality Improvement activities as assigned by Director of Wellness

Continually assesses his/her own nursing practice and learning needs

Participates in and attends in-service programs provided by the community as well as conferences, seminars, and workshops

Works with the resident, family members, and interprofessional team to systematically collect data for the health history on admission, readmission, and change in status, and provides ongoing assessment and appropriate documentation

Assisted Living Experience is an asset

Demonstrated problem-solving abilities to lead unregulated healthcare workers and provide effective care

Well organized and goal oriented to be able to manage the resident home area and assign duties

Must possess strong communication skills to communicate with residents, physicians, and other team members

Must be detail-oriented in keeping track of multiple residents’ vitals, and medication schedules.

Diploma in Practical Nursing

• Current and good standing as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
• CPR Level C or CPR Health Care Provider
• 1 year minimum nursing experience
• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Records Check.
• You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
• Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.