Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Hawthorn Park (2024-5461)

Come join us and help make a difference in the lives of older adults! As employees at a Verve Senior Living Retirement Residence, our primary goal is to help each person have a great day, every day! Our employees thrive on collaboration and have a passion for excellence, achieving multiple awards including the Order of Excellence in Quality from Excellence Canada. As part of our team, the things you do are key to helping us achieve our shared vision of helping seniors live longer, better. Oh, and you’ll also have a lot of fun doing it. Want to join us?

Job No: VSL4573135
Location: Oakville
Employment Status: Full Time

ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE

Under the direction of the Health and Wellness Manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse performs nursing interventions with residents within his or her scope of practice. This person utilizes the principal functions of nursing services in licensed care and the professional standards of practice of the applicable provincial College of Nurses and assists with the implementation of current provincial Ministry and company policy and procedure.

Background/Qualifications

• Has obtained a recognized nursing license (LPN licensing) and must be in good standing.
• Written and verbal fluency in English is required.
• Has demonstrated excellent leadership skills (i.e. Diversicare/Verve Senior Living Competencies) and organizational skills.
• Must have proficient computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel and MDS/RAI).
• Has 1 year of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Has some experience working within a union setting.
• A resident-oriented individual, whose visions and values align with those of Diversicare.

Key Responsibilities

• Participates in the Verve Quality Improvement (VQI) program.
• Distributes medications as per resident medication times.
• Performs treatments to all residents who require them within their area.
• Makes assessments regarding changes in a residents’ condition (i.e. falls, wounds, etc).
• Updates resident care plans according to residents’ changing needs.

And more responsibilities as listed in the original job description...

We Are Hiring Three Full-time Lines

2 days, 2 evenings, 2 off
2 days, 2 evenings, 2 off
2 evenings, 2 nights, 2 off

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All offers of employment are subject to a Criminal Background Check. We thank all those who apply; however only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Verve Senior Living is an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diversity of the residents and communities in which we live and serve. If you require accommodation for any portion of the recruitment and hiring process, please let us know.