Licensed Practical Nurse LPN - Temporary FTE 0.8 30+ Hours per week

LPN required for seniors' living facility.

Green Acres Foundation is seeking a team-oriented multi-tasker who is flexible, enthusiastic, has great leadership skills, and a positive attitude to help as a Licensed Practical Nurse at one of our facilities.

Does this sound like you? If it is, you'll perform duties that require considerable confidentiality, initiative, tact, and independent judgement.
We are a self-motivated bunch who finds coming to work fun, so strong interpersonal and organizational skills are a MUST.

About the position:

• This is a part time position to cover a maternity leave.
• Guaranteed 30 hours per week with the opportunity to pick up more shifts.
• Tentative end date is November 14, 2024
• Shifts to cover in this position are: 6am to 2pm, 2pm to 10pm and 10pm to 6am.
• The ideal candidate must be available to work any day of the week including weekends and holidays.

Basic responsibilities of the position include:

• Overseeing and providing direction to HCAs following a Care Plan
• Providing direct care and support to residents
• Monitor, assess, and report changes in resident's health
• Respond to emergency calls as required
• Distribute medications to residents
• Assisting residents with daily activities, including therapeutic regimes
• Complete all necessary charting, paperwork, and reporting in a clear, concise, and timely manner using electronic charting

Requirements for the position:

• Licensed Practical Nursing Diploma
• Annual proof of active registration with CLPNA
• Current satisfactory Criminal Record Check (within the last 6 months)
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written and spoken English
• A flexible, willing, and positive attitude

First Aid Certification and WHMIS Training is an asset.

Green Acres Foundation is one of the top 20 employers in Lethbridge and was voted the Lethbridge Sun's Best of the Best for Seniors Living Complex every year since 2018.

Green Acres Foundation recognizes the diversity within the communities in which we serve and strive to ensure that our housing program & services, our facilities, and our employment opportunities are inclusive to all people.