Licensed Practical Nurse

Job summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, and directing resident care while providing clinical leadership during shifts. They also coordinate with medical professionals and staff to ensure compliance with policies and maintain accurate resident documentation.

Job details

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 Casual Client Services Coordinator (LPN) to join our Parkland Saint John - Howe Hall team based in Saint John, New Brunswick. 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 range: $30.76-$33.01 4% vacation payout 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 Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, documenting and directing resident needs through consultation with medical professionals, care conferences and internal staff; Responsible for both clinical care and unit leadership during a shift. The role combines hands-on nursing with coordination and supervision; Working with the existing management and health services teams to promote communication and compliance to policies and procedures; Administers and records prescribed medication as per company policy and scope of practice; Maintains the standards of accurate and complete documentation and reporting with respecting the resident’s right to individualized planning of health services; and updating (ie. care plans); Applies dressings and treatments according to physician’s orders and policy; Assists with supervision and evaluation of job performance and behavior of other health care staff About You In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring: Active registration with the Association of New Brunswick Licensed Practical Nurses (ANBLPN); Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays; Availability to work a minimum of 6 shifts per quarter, available to work all shift types and days of the week; A valid CPR & First Aid or BLS Certification (required); Ability to provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening upon hire; Advanced proficiency in the English language is required, proficiency in French considered an asset; 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.

What you’ll do

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, and directing resident care while providing clinical leadership during shifts. They also coordinate with medical professionals and staff to ensure compliance with policies and maintain accurate resident documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must hold active registration with the Association of New Brunswick Licensed Practical Nurses and possess a valid CPR/First Aid or BLS certification. The role requires the ability to work flexible shifts, including nights and weekends, and the capacity to provide a clear criminal record check.

Benefits

• Vacation payout
• Free onsite parking
• WorkPerks program
• Continuing education
• Training opportunities
• Recognition and rewards

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Care Planning · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Clinical care
• Unit leadership
• Medication administration
• Care planning
• Documentation
• Wound care
• Staff supervision
• Resident assessment
• Communication
• Compliance
• Patient advocacy
• First aid
• CPR
• BLS

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership
• Social Services

More jobs from Shannex Incorporated