Villa du Repos Inc - Licensed Practical Nurse; L.P.N part time and casual

Assist the resident in his or her need to breathe;

Assist the resident in his or her need to eat and drink;

Assisting the Resident in his or her need to eliminate;

Assist the resident in his or her need to move around;

Assist the Resident in his or her need to sleep and rest;

Assisting the Resident in his or her need to dress and undress;

Assist the resident in maintaining body temperature within normal limits;

Assist the resident in his or her need to be clean and protect his or her integuments. Administer according to established procedures;

Assist the resident in his or her need for security;

Assist the resident without his/her need to communicate;

Assist the resident in his or her need to act according to his or her beliefs and values;

To assist the resident in his or her need to feel useful;

Assist the resident in his/her need for recreation and to participate in the activities of the home;

Assist the resident in his or her need to learn;

To provide palliative care to the resident and support to their loved ones;
Administer post-mortem care according to established procedures;

Administer medications as prescribed;

Assess, monitor and document the health status and behaviour of residents and report to the Charge Nurse;

Participate in various meetings;

Ensure adequate documentation according to established procedures;

Complete the various control forms at each relay (nursing care recording, monitoring of restraints, etc.).

Ability to operate cleaning and care equipment;

Pick up or store items at the warehouse if necessary;

Perform the initial clean-up in the event of an incident caused by either a resident or an employee;

Participate in meetings and training sessions as directed by the Nurse or Care Manager;

Read and follow the home's policies and procedures, various memos and minutes of meetings;

Participate in the orientation of new staff as assigned by the nurse and/or care manager.

Hold a certificate from a recognized practical nursing program;

Licensed to practice in the Province of New Brunswick;

Hold a certificate in drug administration;

Two years recent experience in geriatric care would be an asset;

2 years recent experience in geriatric care would be an asset; teaching experience would be an asset;

Organizational, planning, leadership and teamwork skills;

Ability to organize, plan, lead and work in a team;

Ability to facilitate physical and intellectual abilities to meet the requirements of the position;

Possess a good work history;

Demonstrate an interest in professional development;

Demonstrate autonomy in his/her work.