Carewest Innovative Health Care
Calgary, Canada
Position Details Position Status: Casual Location: Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, Complex Care BW Hours: 0.00 FTE: 0.00 Shift: Days/Evenings/Nights Shift Times: 0700-1515/1500-2315/2300-0715 Union: AUPE Aux Nursing PCN: 0 Rate of Pay: $28.78 - $36.12
Date Competition Closes: November 12, 2024
The Opportunity
Position Summary: Reporting directly to the Client Service Manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a regulated member of the interprofessional health care team who completes comprehensive client assessments, develops and implements client plans/care that addresses both physical and psycho-social care needs. This position monitors on-going client care and condition to ensure optimum functioning and ensures changes in client status are reported to the Staff Nurse. This position administers prescribed medications, supervises the delivery of medications by unregulated staff and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team.
The LPN’s practice encompasses the application of nursing knowledge, skills and judgement to assess client needs and provide nursing care that is reflective of their level of education and knowledge. In keeping with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta’s (CLPNA)Professional Practice Standards & Code of Ethics, Carewest’s Frame of Reference, Philosophy of Care, and Carewest policies this position maintains professional and ethical standards at all times. The demonstration of leadership is critical for success in this position. Responsible for other related duties as required.
Program Summary: Chronic Complex Care – for adults living with a complex disease or life-threatening illness. The prime populations are adults on hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis, as well as people who need specialized respiratory support.
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Carewest Innovative Health Care
We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest. We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for seniors and adults under the age of 65. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 2,600 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow and excel with us. Carewest has been recognized as one of Alberta’s Top Employers acknowledging our commitment to promoting a strong work/life balance, providing competitive salaries & benefits, and the promotion of teamwork in a collaborative healthcare environment. If you share our vision and are dedicated to joining our growing team, please review our open positions and apply today!