Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full-time, Evenings at VON Canada (Nova Scotia) | Sydney, Canada | Rezi

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full-time, Evenings at VON Canada (Nova Scotia)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full-time, Evenings

VON Canada (Nova Scotia) · Sydney, Canada

3 weeks ago

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full-time, Evenings

VON Canada (Nova Scotia) · Sydney, Canada

a month ago
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About the Role

As a VON nurse, you'll deliver holistic person-centred care to children, youth, adults, seniors, and support their families. You'll have the opportunity to work in clients' homes, in our clinics, virtually, and engage in community outreach. This role is perfect for those ready to bring their skills directly into the homes and hearts of our clients and enjoy driving.

Responsibilities

  • Client assessments
  • Provide primary care in collaboration with other healthcare professionals
  • Medication administration
  • Wound care
  • Chronic Disease Management, e.g. diabetes care and education
  • Specimen collection
  • Rehabilitative programs
  • Palliative Care
  • Perform other critical nursing skills

Requirements

  • Must be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the province of practice
  • Community health experience is an asset
  • Must enjoy driving, have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
  • A current and original copy of a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Check required
  • Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics.
  • Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.

Skills

  • Holistic person-centred care
  • Driving

Location

  • Clients' homes
  • Clinics
  • Virtually
  • Community outreach

Work Type

  • Regular
  • Full-time
  • 1.0 FTE
  • Evenings
  • Weekends

Salary/Compensations

  • Competitive salary

Benefits

  • Work to your full scope of practice
  • Ongoing professional development
  • Comprehensive orientation program
  • Competitive vacation time
  • Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contributions for eligible employees
  • Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, LTD) for eligible employees
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Smartphone
  • Travel compensation and mileage

About the Company

  • VON Canada is a not-for-profit organization providing home and community care services for over 125 years.
  • Focusing on person-centred care, we provide people with the support they need and want at home and in the community so they can live healthier, happier lives surrounded by loved ones.
  • VON - At the heart of care.