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We are searching for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Harbourstone Enhanced Care team based in Sydney, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Approximate hourly wage: $26.55 - $29.51
• NSNU seniority
• Free onsite parking
• Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks Program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, documenting and directing resident needs through consultation with medical professionals, care conferences and internal staff;
• Providing leadership to health services staff and overseeing provision of quality health services respecting the client’s right to individualized planning of health services;
• Working with the existing management and health services teams to promote communication and compliance to policies and procedures;
• Administers and records prescribed medication as per company policy and scope of practice;
• Maintains the standards of accurate and complete documentation and reporting;
• Applies dressings and treatments according to physician’s orders and policy;
• Assists with supervision and evaluation of job performance and behavior of other health care staff.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• Registration with the provincial Practical Nursing regulatory body
• ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• valid CPR & First Aid Certification preferred
• a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening
• any previous course in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care to be a huge asset
• previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualification such as degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided

Candidate Status:

• Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
• Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
• If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to clear and clean tables, trays, chairs, and sanitize and wash dishes and other items by hand
• The candidates should be able to keep records of the quantities of food used, package take-out food, and portion and wrap foods
• The candidates should be able to use manual and electrical appliances to clean, peel, slice, and trim foodstuffs, clean and sanitize the kitchen, including work surfaces, cupboards, storage areas, appliances, and equipment
• The candidates should be able to handle and store cleaning products, receive, unpack, and store supplies in refrigerators, freezers, cupboards, and other storage areas
• The candidates should be able to remove kitchen garbage and trash, sweep, mop, wash, and polish floors

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
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