Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Part-time 0.8

VON Canada (Nova Scotia) • Sydney, NS

14d • Onsite

About The Position

With VON, you have the opportunity to work on the open road, experiencing different scenery and work every day. The workplace is free from repetitive tasks, allowing you to work to your full scope with clinical autonomy and continuous learning. This role offers the chance to meet great people and make a difference in the community. As an LPN, you will provide medical care to children, youth, adults, and seniors in their homes and other community settings across Nova Scotia.

Requirements

• Must be Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the province of practice
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required
• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required
• A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or a Child Abuse Registry Check may be required
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in community health

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care to children, youth, adults and seniors in their homes and other settings in communities across Nova Scotia
• Diabetes management
• Dialysis
• Medication management
• Palliative care
• Phlebotomy
• Wound care; incl. negative pressure wound therapy and complex wounds

Benefits

• Opportunity to work to full scope and expand your knowledge
• Competitive salaries and vacation time
• Tiered Benefits (health, dental, LTD) & an Employee Assistance Program
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contribution
• Travel compensation
• Comprehensive orientation program
• SMART phone provided to keep you connected during work time
• The opportunity to make a difference in your community
• Portability of Seniority as per NSNU Agreement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees