Licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)
Chancellor Park based in St. John’s, NL is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.). Chancellor Park is a senior living community dedicated to providing exceptional care and an enriching lifestyle for its residents. Offering a range of personalized care services, including assisted living and memory care, the facility fosters a supportive and nurturing environment for seniors to thrive and enjoy a fulfilling retirement experience. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: Chancellor Park
Position: Licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)
No of Vacancies: 20
Salary: $26.81 hourly for 75 hours bi-weekly
Employment Type: Permanent employment Full time
Location: St. John’s, NL
Shifts: Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Morning
Work setting: Nursing home/home for the aged
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience although having experience is an asset
Credentials: Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province/territory of work, Completion of the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination, and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certificate
Security and safety: Criminal record check, Immunization records, Tuberculosis test, and Adult Abuse Registry check
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- The candidates should be able to work under pressure, and for repetitive tasks
- The candidates should be physically fit for demanding tasks
- The candidates should have manual dexterity
- The candidates should be able to stand for extended periods
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should be accurate in their work and have a strong client focus, demonstrating dependability, flexibility, organized, and good judgment in decision-making
- The candidates should have excellent oral communication skills, show initiative in their tasks, while being a team player
- The candidates should uphold values and ethics
Candidate Status:
- Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
- Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
- If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to administer medication and observe and document therapeutic effects meticulously
- The candidates should be able to take vital signs, apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing, ensure infection control, monitor nutritional intake, and conduct specimen collection accurately.
- The candidates should be able to provide safety and health education to individuals and their families effectively
- The candidates should be able to provide nursing services, within the defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures proficiently
- The candidates should be able to monitor patients’ progress, evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions, and consult with appropriate members of the healthcare team regularly
Benefits:
- The candidates will get dental plan, health care plan, paramedical services coverage, vision care benefits, as per collective agreement, group insurance benefits, life insurance, other benefits, free parking, and paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume, cover letter, references attesting experience, and proof of the requested certifications) through the below-mentioned details
By email
[email protected]
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!