Dept ID: ESH Primary Nursing Care
Location: Eastern Shore Memorial
Close Date: 2008-12-08
Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the Closing Date.
Responsibilities:
Under their scope of practice and in collaboration with patients and the health care team, the Licensed Practical Nurse provides care for patients with defined health challenges and predictable outcomes. As the acuity or complexity increases and/or outcomes are not predictable, the LPN, under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, provides nursing interventions, within their scope of practice. The RN retains accountability for the assignment and/or delegation of patient care activities to the LPN, but the LPN is accountable for individual actions or practices.
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Qualifications:
* Graduate of an accredited program for Licensed Practical Nurses
* Current registration with the Practical Nurses Licensing Board (PNLB) and CLPNNS
* Previous experience as Licensed Practical Nurse is an asset
* Pharmacology course an asset
* Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
* Able to work independently and as part of a team
* Experience working in a team environment
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Hours of Work:
* Casual Relief position
* Shift work
Salary: Licensed Practical Nurse:
$ 19.4814 - $21.7544 hourly
Closing Statement: This is a NSNU Bargaining Unit Position. Preference will be given to bargaining unit applicants for unionized positions.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only candidates being interviewed will be contacted. Interviews are typically held within three weeks of the closing date. Should you not be available within that time period, please indicate on your application or résumé.
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To apply for this position, please visit our website at www.cdha.nshealth.ca.
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