Casual LPN

We are looking for an casual LPN for The Sagewood, Lower Sackville

Under the direction or supervision of the Director of Care, the LPN is responsible for creating a human habitat and providing care and services to meet the needs of the elders in the cottages. The LPN is committed to alleviating the three plagues of loneliness, helplessness, and boredom through facilitating small, unexpected pleasures in the day-to-day life of the residents, and by surrendering institutional routines. This is based on the established policies and procedures, Philosophy, Mission, Vision & Values of Rosecrest Communities, and the Eden Alternative TM. The LPN works cooperatively and respectfully with residents, coworkers, families, visitors, and volunteers to create a positive and pleasant environment in our community.

Leadership

• Supervise CCA's including coordination and delegation of duties.
• Supervises staff and participates in welcoming, performance evaluation, training, work allocation, and problem resolution
• Assumes back up senior emergency leader role; coordinates emergency situations and ensures that appropriate action is taken and documentation occurs.

Clinical

• Supervises and/or administers medications and treatments
• Assess the initial and ongoing health status and quality of life of resident
• Participate in the delivery of resident care and service.
• Communicate pertinent information to team members
• Maintain complete and accurate clinical records
• Collaborate with families, physicians, community and professional agencie
• Participate in the moving in, transfers and moving out of residents with the resident care team members.

Performance Requirements

Standards/Scope of practice

• Adheres to Standards of Nursing Practice, Code of Ethics, Licensed Practical Nurses Act and Regulations, and other provincial legislation

Qualifications

• Registered and in good standing with the Nova Scotia College of Nurses
• Preferred experience with geriatrics
• Preferred Alzheimer's Course
• Preferred Eden Associate Training
• Preferred PIECES Training
• Current First Aid & CPR certification
• Clear criminal records check

Hours of Work

Rosecrest Communities provides service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Hours of work will reflect operational requirements with the goal of providing safe Resident care.