Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Casual - Kildonan Personal Care Home

Licensed Practical Nurse 

Mission: 

Reporting to the Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient-oriented, goal-directed nursing care in accordance with the provincial standards of care.

Key Responsibilities: 

• To work as a member of the inter-professional team as described by Extendicare’s Professional Practice Model applying the person centered approach to care; 

• To complete and ensure resident's clinical care assessments, care/service plans and documentation are accurate, up to date and changes communicated as required; 

• To implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care/service plans and make changes as required; 

• To assist with scheduling of resident's care conferences and participate in conferences where applicable; 

• To work closely with the Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness to facilitate resident's move in, move out and transfers; 

• To provide direct resident care and medication/ treatment administration and document care in compliance with regulatory and Extendicare Resident Care standards and policies and procedures; 

• To process the orders and safe keep drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance with all regulatory requirements, scope of practice and Extendicare policies and procedures; 

• To facilitate and provide resident/family education; 

• To plan, coordinate, manage & evaluate the resident's care plan working with the resident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing & interdisciplinary team and contracted service providers; 

• To coordinate nursing team's resident care assignments to ensure efficient and timely delivery of services to residents; 

• To respond to and manage significant changes in resident's condition and or medical emergencies; provide emergency first aid; 

• To teach, delegate to, and direct unregulated care providers; 

• To coordinate emergency response in the absence of Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness/ Executive Director; 

• To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken and or concern communicated to Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness/ Executive Director and other departments; 

• To follow and assist the Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of Infection Prevention and Control, Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and Quality/Safety Plans for the Nursing Department; 

• To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents); 

• To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare’s Code of Conduct; 

• To complete other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications: 

• Current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in applicable Province/State; 

• Experience working in a senior's environment and with unregulated care providers preferred; 

• Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset; 

• Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skills; 

• Must have demonstrated sound clinical knowledge; 

• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required; 

• Computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft office applications. 

• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one. 

What Extendicare has to offer: 

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect: 

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities 

• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization 

• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work. 

• Employee Family Assistance Program. 

• Robust benefits package. 

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 150,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.