JOB PURPOSE
Provide nursing care to patients, within the scope of educational preparation, under the supervision of a nurse. May assist the nurse in complex nursing situations. Expected to exercise judgement in accepting responsibility appropriate to job description and preparation and be accountable for own actions. Treat all patients with respect and dignity and adhere to the Values and Mission of Horizon Health Network.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduated from an approved school of Licensed Practical Nurses
- Current registration with ANBLPN and renew annually
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrate initiative and good judgement
- Demonstrated adherence to legislation and Health Authority confidentiality policy to ensure all patients, business, financial and employee information is accessed on an as need to know basis
- Must be able to work rotating shifts as assigned, including weekends and holidays
- Willingness to participate in continuing education programs as provided
- Current nursing experience in medical / surgical nursing
- Must be willing to rotate to other areas of hospital, if assigned
- Current in BCLS and must recertify yearly
- Patient Safety is a critical aspect of quality healthcare. Successful candidate must be accountable for creating a culture of safety, working as a team, communicating effectively, and responding to adverse events.
- Ability to perform the duties of the position
- Ability to attend work on a regular basis
- Good work record
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Possesses the specialized knowledge of care for long-term care patients
- Work in other patient care areas as requested by nursing supervisor/manager.
- Willing to participate in related allied duties which may be assigned from time to time as they become necessary to the operation of the hospital
- Escort patients requiring ambulance transfer to another facility as required
- Assists in the development of unit specific objectives, policies, and procedures
- Aids in the development of and continuously evaluates effectiveness of individual nursing care plan
- Maintains knowledge of treatments, equipment and supplies pertinent to the service.
- Completes assigned duties as dictated by specific patient needs to ensure quality patient care provision. Aids in the completion of unit/program tasks
- Engages in therapeutic relationships and helps support and guide patients/families in the recovery planning
- Assists with educating patient/families
- Supports the preceptorship program
COMPETENCIES
- Mentoring
- Attention To Detail
- Communications
- Decision Making
- Patient/Client Focus
- Planning and Prioritizing work
- Teamwork And Collaboration
Interested? Apply Today?
Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.
About Horizon's Recruitment Process
We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.
Diversity Statement
Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.
