Licensed Practical Nurse Specific Skills

Administer medication and observe and document therapeutic effects; Take vital signs, apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing, ensure infection control, monitore nutritional intake and conduct specimen collection; Provide nursing services, within defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures; Monitor patients' progress, evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and consult with appropriate members of healthcare team

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Dependability; Judgement; Reliability; Organized

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Overtime required

Security and Safety

Immunization records; Tuberculosis test; Criminal record check

Work Setting Nursing home/home for the aged

Area of Specialization Geriatrics

Experience Experience an asset

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province/territory of work

Education College/CEGEP

Languages English