licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)
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Licensed Practical Nurse I
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September 25, 2024
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NL Health Services
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Job Description Location: Clarenville/Bonavista Licensed Practical Nurse I REVISEDTemporary Call-InHours Based on the needs of the department. Salary CG29 (Salary $29.09 - $32.03 per hour) which includes a negotiated wage adjustment Competition Number GENERAL229 Posted Date 27 July 2022 Closing Date Open Until Filled About Us Eastern Health is the largest, integrated health authority in Newfoundland and Labrador employing approximately 13,000 dedicated employees and serving a population of more than 300,000 people. The authority offers the full continuum of health and community services including public health, long-term care, community services, hospital care and unique provincial programs and services. At Eastern Health we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and service possible to the people in our communities, in our region, and in the province. To do that, we employ qualified, competent and caring individuals who are dedicated to their professions and to our vision of Healthy People, Healthy Communities. Job Summary Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) are valuable members of the interdisciplinary health care team. LPNs provide direct nursing care to stable and unstable clients/patients/residents under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The LPN I in Acute Care works within their individual scope of practice is responsible for health assessment, medication administration, nursing care planning, disease management, wound care, end of life care and may provide mentoring and direction to students and other staff. The LPN I in Long Term Care provides quality nursing care to residents by assisting in their daily living activities, providing personal care and promoting independent living. In long-term care, the LPN role is directed towards meeting the resident's physical, social and spiritual needs through partnerships with the resident, the resident's family and other members of the interprofessional team. The LPN as appropriate is accountable for the planning and supervision of care, within his/her scope of practice. The LPN is accountable to provide support and direction to Personal Care Attendants, monitor resident outcomes, intervene if necessary, and reassess and adjust the plan of care or resident assignment as needed, in consultation with the Registered Nurse.Long-term care settings are often complex. Residents have diverse needs resulting from such conditions as chronic illness and functional and cognitive impairments. This population includes frail or elderly adults, individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities and/or individuals with mental illness. The work environment is fast paced with frequent contact with the public, residents and other health professionals. Job Demands By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):Regularly requires physical exertion and handling, moving, pushing or pulling objects between 10 - 15 lbs and occasionally required to support, lift or move patients/objects up to 30 lbs. Regularly required to work in awkward cramped positions (bending/kneeling/stretching) and constantly standing and moving about. Regularly pushes and pulls objects using light to medium forces and stands and walks. Regularly requires visual concentration to give medications, read orders/referrals, patients' charts/document, observe and treat patients combined with time pressures and deadlines. Job Qualifications Successful completion of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing program.Current licensure with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CLPNNL).Current BLS certification is required.Gerontology experience is preferred. Knowledge of seniors' issues and support best practice in gerontological care.Ability to deal effectively with end-of-life issues.Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills.Demonstrated ability to maintain effective working relat
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LocationClarenville, NL
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Workplace information
On site
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Salary$29.09HOUR hourly
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Terms of employment
Term or contractFull time
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Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
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CareerBeacon
#1916207
Advertised until
2024-10-25
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