Villa du Repos Inc, a long-term care home with a capacity of 186 residents, is currently accepting applications for the following position
Licensed Practical Nurse
Full time, part time and casual positions available 8 hours or 10 hours shifts
Nature of the position:
To provide nursing care to residents under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse in accordance with the scope of practice defined by the NBNAIAA.
Duties and/or Responsibilities:
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Assist the resident in his or her need to breathe;
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Assist the resident in his or her need to eat and drink;
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Assisting the Resident in his or her need to eliminate;
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Assist the resident in his or her need to move around;
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Assist the Resident in his or her need to sleep and rest;
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Assisting the Resident in his or her need to dress and undress;
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Assist the resident in maintaining body temperature within normal limits;
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Assist the resident in his or her need to be clean and protect his or her integuments. Administer according to established procedures;
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Assist the resident in his or her need for security;
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Assist the resident without his/her need to communicate;
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Assist the resident in his or her need to act according to his or her beliefs and values;
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To assist the resident in his or her need to feel useful;
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Assist the resident in his/her need for recreation and to participate in the activities of the home;
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Assist the resident in his or her need to learn;
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To provide palliative care to the resident and support to their loved ones; Administer post-mortem care according to established procedures;
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Administer medications as prescribed;
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Assess, monitor and document the health status and behaviour of residents and report to the Charge Nurse;
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Participate in various meetings;
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Ensure adequate documentation according to established procedures;
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Complete the various control forms at each relay (nursing care recording, monitoring of restraints, etc.).
Additional Duties and/or Responsibilities
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Ability to operate cleaning and care equipment;
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Pick up or store items at the warehouse if necessary;
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Perform the initial clean-up in the event of an incident caused by either a resident or an employee;
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Participate in meetings and training sessions as directed by the Nurse or Care Manager;
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Read and follow the home's policies and procedures, various memos and minutes of meetings;
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Participate in the orientation of new staff as assigned by the nurse and/or care manager.
Note: These are the basic and main duties of the job; related and supplementary duties will be assigned from time to time as may be required for the proper operation of the home.
Requirements
Hold a certificate from a recognized practical nursing program;
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Licensed to practice in the Province of New Brunswick;
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Hold a certificate in drug administration;
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Two years recent experience in geriatric care would be an asset;
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2 years recent experience in geriatric care would be an asset; teaching experience would be an asset;
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Organizational, planning, leadership and teamwork skills;
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Ability to organize, plan, lead and work in a team;
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Ability to facilitate physical and intellectual abilities to meet the requirements of the position;
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Possess a good work history;
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Demonstrate an interest in professional development;
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Demonstrate autonomy in his/her work.
Salary: According to the collective agreement
We thank all applicants for their interest in Villa du Repos. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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