Licensed Practical Nurse Hospice Casual AgeCare Skypointe-3
AgeCare•Calgary, AB
•Onsite
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care to residents in accordance with required medical care and professional nursing practice. This role supervises the activities and provides direction to the Registered Practical Nurses and Personal Support Workers. Apply today to become a valued member of our team!
Requirements
- A sound knowledge and background in Palliative and Hospice Care Nursing and skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
- Awareness of appropriate sections of the Health Disciplines Act, Occupation Health and Safety Act, Pharmacy Act, Food and Drugs Act (Canada), Controlled Substances Act (Canada) Health Promotion and Protection Act, Personal Health Protection Act, Coroners Act, Provincial College of Nurses and Standards of Practice and other pertinent Federal, Provincial and Municipal Statues which influence the operation of the Nursing Home and more specifically Hospice Nursing care.
- Compassion, empathy, sympathy towards Residents at end of life .
- Passion for Palliative and Hospice Care
Responsibilities
- Coordinates nursing and other services for the residents within the neighbourhood and with other services within the residence.
- Leads shift report with members of the health care team, ensuring that all team members are informed of changes in residents’ status.
- Records significant changes in residents’ condition; ensures documentation in the residents’ chart adheres to AgeCare policies and procedures and Provincial College of Nurses and Standards of Practice.
- Reviews and processes physician orders as per procedure, ensuring orders are implemented as soon as possible. Immediately communicates difficulties in processing physician orders to the Director of Care/Assistant Director of Care.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off.
- Opportunities for training, education, and advancement.
- A diverse and inclusive team where everyone is valued.
- Make a real impact on our residents' lives.
- Build strong connections with residents, their families, and your colleagues.
- Your hard work is celebrated and rewarded
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Career Level
Mid Level
