Licensed Practical Nurse

Position
Licensed Practical Nurse

Location
Calgary

Status
Casual leading to Part Time or Full Time

Work Hours
7.75 hours per shift

Start Date
To be determined

 

Description

Under the direction and supervision of Director of Care and Clinical Managers, the Licensed Practical Nurse will be playing a key role in providing safe and quality nursing practices within the standards of Practice developed by CLPNA, in accordance with Wing Kei’s Person and Family Centred Care framework that is aligned with our vision, mission and core values.

The Role

Key Accountabilities

  • Demonstrate, promote and advocate the Wing Kei vision,  mission and core values
  • Perform the functions of a Licensed Practical Nurse according to the CLPNA Standards
  • Effectively implement the nursing process including comprehensive nursing assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and documentation
  • Regularly develop, implement and review individual care plans, update as needed
  • Provide nursing assessments; process physician’s order and provide assistance to physicians
  • Provide cognitive, social and emotional support to clients and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to encourage clients’ engagement in programs that improve their quality of life
  • Participate in on-going trainings to ensure high standard of service and best practices in the field is achieved
  • Perform other direct care activities as needed, including daily living and personal hygiene activities

The Individual who will Succeed

  • Is aligned with Wing Kei’s vision and mission to continue to deliver excellence in seniors care
  • Licensed Practical Nurse with current CLPNA Registration
  • Current CPR (BCLS) Certificate
  • Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessment skills within Scope of Practice  and effective leadership skills
  • Is diligent with good observation skills, keen attention to details
  • Is respectful for clients and their family members, as well their rights and privacy, and properties
  • Is committed to perform and promote effective work practices and safety awareness
  • Possess effective verbal and non-verbal skills to communicate with clients and interdisciplinary teams; ability to communicate in Chinese would be an asset
  • Flexibility to work rotating shifts including days, evenings, nights on weekdays and weekends
  • Experience in working in Long Term Care or Support Living (SL4) setting preferred

 

Benefits:

Package includes:

  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Pension

How to Apply:

Please send resume:

by E-Mail to:

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or by Fax to:
1-866-281 5988
or by Mail to:
Wing Kei
1212 Centre Street NE
Calgary, Alberta T2E 2R4
Attn: Human Resources

If you do not have a resume, please submit an application form in WORD or PDF or ONLINE format.

 

Benefits:

Package includes:

  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Pension

How to Apply:

Please send resume:

by E-Mail to:

This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

or by Fax to:
1-866-281 5988
or by Mail to:
Wing Kei
1212 Centre Street NE
Calgary, Alberta T2E 2R4
Attn: Human Resources

If you do not have a resume, please submit an application form in WORD or PDF or ONLINE format.

 

We are an equity employer and encourage applications from all genders, persons with disabilities and visible minorities who may contribute to the wellbeing of our residents.

All new employees must complete a Criminal Records Check in accordance with the Protection for Persons in Care Act. In compliance with Alberta Health’s Infection Control standards, all new employees are required to provide a copy of their Tuberculosis or Chest X-Ray paperwork and a proof of positive immunity of MMR within 30 days of their date of hire.

Thank you for your interest in working at Wing Kei. Unless you are contacted for an interview, you will receive no further acknowledgment of your application.