licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)

Education: College/CEGEP. Work setting: Nursing home/home for the aged. Tasks: Administer medications. Apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing. Conduct specimen collection. Ensure infection control. Observe and record medication's therapeutic and side effects . Record medication's therapeutic and side effects observations in patient files. Take vital signs. Monitor established respiratory therapy and intravenous therapy. Provide safety and health education to individuals and their families. Provide nursing services, within defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures. Monitor patients' progress, evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and consult with appropriate members of healthcare team. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province/territory of work. CPR Certificate. Licensure as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse by provincial authorities. First Aid Certificate. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Immunization records. Vulnerable sector check. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Repetitive tasks. Physically demanding. Manual dexterity. Attention to detail. Ability to distinguish between colours. Sound discrimination. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Standing for extended periods. Large caseload. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Interpersonal awareness. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Values and ethics. Screening questions: Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Evening. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Shift. Morning. Night. On call. Day. Weekend. Overtime required. Financial benefits: As per collective agreement. Other benefits: Free parking available. On-site amenities. Other benefits. Location 73 Howe Street Lockeport , NS B0T 1L0 Work location On site Salary $ 30.34 to $ 35.44 HOUR hourly (To be negotiated) / 10 to 40 hours per week Terms of employment Casual employment Part time Overtime required, Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, On call Starts as soon as possible Benefits: Financial benefits, Other benefits vacancies 1 vacancy Source Job Bank #3652549 Various locations 73 Howe Street