Shift Lead LPN

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory•Edmonton, AB

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Clinical Education Manager, the Shift Lead LPN is a working lead position with limited supervision. This position focuses on the operational aspects of resident care ensuring that care plans are implemented effectively. The Shift Lead LPN is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of resident care. The Shift Lead LPN provides support and direction to the Licensed Practical Nurses and the Health Care Aides. The Shift Lead LPN is an active member of the interdisciplinary team and is accountable for providing safe and competent nursing care within the scope of LPN practice. All activities carried out by the Shift Lead LPN are consistent with The Salvation Army’s mission and values as well as policies, procedures and protocols of The Edmonton Centre of Hope. The Shift Lead LPN working at Grace Manor must demonstrate knowledge and be familiar with care of mental health and geriatric clients.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nurse’s Program.
Successful completion of an accredited post-basic study program as required within the scope of the assigned position.
Certification as required within the scope of the assigned position.
Responsible to maintain and provide annual proof of active registration with CLPNA.
Responsible and accountable for own practice as defined by CLPNA
Current certification in Basic Life Support
Satisfactory Criminal Police Investigation Check with Vulnerable Sector Check
Certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
Minimum one year experience in a supervisory / lead position
Two years’ experience in a continuing care or mental health setting preferred.
Nursing standards/protocols as required in area of nursing specialty related to the job assignment.
Basic nursing care procedures.
Scope of practice as defined by the college.
Able to balance numerous demands and conflicting priorities
Able to work within a team environment and to effectively contribute to Resident planning processes
Excellent communications skills.
Compassionate and caring attitude.
Attention to detail
Keen observation skills
Critical thinking skills
Displays a Resident service attitude
Supports a respectful workplace
Demonstrates a professional image to Residents, peers, and other health care providers and the public
Proficiency with email, MSWord, and MS Excel preferred
Immunization for Hepatitis B and vaccination against Tuberculosis
Responding to first aid emergencies; including overdose and death

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience in a continuing care or mental health setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure the ongoing monitoring of care is delivered according to the resident care plan.
Collaborate with the Clinical Education Manager, Clinical Educator, Director of Care and Alberta Health Services Case Managers with the implementation and evaluation.
Develop structures and processes which integrate evidence-informed nursing practice by analyzing, interpreting and using information to support decisions int eh practice environment.
Act as role model in demonstrating best practices to enhance resident care
Work with the Leadership team, care staff, and AHS professional team and physicians to discuss current initiatives and resolve issues related to improved care delivery
Lead and supervise the interdisciplinary team to ensure effective, consistent and comprehensive resident care planning and delivery
Provide leadership and support through a respectful, collaborative approach by monitoring, supervising and directing the interdisciplinary team in care provision
Assist with new staff orientation, staff performance appraisals as allocated
Offer staff mentoring and education as required
Facilitate communication between residents, families and staff, ensuring staff are informed and involved in resident person-centered care
Act as shift supervisor responsible for leading staff shift change and report and answering questions regarding the shift report
Responsible for staff shift allocation
Act as Fire Warden in case of emergency
May participate in recruitment when required
Other duties as assigned by the Clinical Education Manager or Director of Care
Assist in planning, developing, implementing, monitoring quality improvement and risk management processes as per Edmonton Centre of Hope policy.
Identify and define barriers to quality resident care and provide innovative and collaborative solutions.
Carry the LPN phone while on shift for ongoing communication with the care staff and to respond to emergent/urgent situations, providing solutions in collaboration with the leadership team
Establish and maintain therapeutic relations with AHS, families, volunteers and others through effective interpersonal and interviewing techniques
Maintain accurate records related to resident activities, incidents and staff performance, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with regulations
Promote health and safety regulations including conducting regular safety checks and assisting in emergency procedures and preparedness
Work as LPN on the floor to cover staffing shortages as per below LPN Daily Task list.
Perform and contribute to the initial and ongoing nursing assessment of assigned Residents.
Collect, document and report health information from objective/subjective sources to identify Resident’s health needs, monitor changes in health status using critical judgment skills, assess Resident’s ability to function independently in their home environment.
Document timely, accurate reports of data collection, interpretation, planning, implementing and evaluating care in accordance with Salvation Army Policies & Procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Analyze information and identifies priorities, initiates and/or collaborates in the development of the plan of care to meet Resident needs.
Provide, initiate, and reinforce teaching using developed educational materials
Participate in the development of a discharge plan to meet the Resident’s needs, including identifying and coordinating resources required to ensure continuity of care.
Identify and initiate interventions within the LPN’s legislated scope of practice
Implement nursing treatments and interventions using evidence-based knowledge to accomplish plan of care.
Assist patients/Resident with physical requirements and activities of daily living.
Observe, report and document changes in Resident status and deviations from anticipated response/outcome.
Evaluate and suggest modification to plan of care in accordance with Resident care needs on an ongoing basis.
Make recommendations to the Health Care Team, the AHS Case Manager, Social Worker and the Manager or designate regarding changes to the treatment plan based on an ongoing assessment of the Resident’s situation/status
Assess and monitor unstable/ill residents throughout the shift and assumes care or consults with the Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse or arranges transfer to acute care if necessary.
Communicate promptly with AHS Case Manager and/or physician when there is a change in a resident’s status
Record complete and accurate relevant data for every Resident in a retrievable form according to departmental policies.
Participate in programs to develop and maintain clinical competency and promote professional growth.
Participate as a team member in quality improvement activities and participates in nursing practice committees.
Demonstrate a professional image to Residents, peers, and other health care providers and the public.
Serves as Team Leader providing direction and supervision to HCA care staff in a fair and equitable manner, adjusting assignments as necessary.
Provide nursing leadership to team members, residents and families, direct nursing care and crisis intervention as needed.
Responsible for reporting unskilled or unprofessional conduct, and any behavior contrary to The Salvation Army standards of conduct and policies, by any member of the interdisciplinary team to the Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse and Manager at the first available opportunity.
Participate in research, staff development projects, in-service education classes and other activities as appropriate.
Participate in the orientation of new employees/students, participate in precepting students as assigned.
Co-operate and participate fully in the Occupational Health and Safety system at The Salvation Army.
Identify and report hazards and incidents with the potential for injury to themselves or others to the supervisor.
Conduct his/her work in a safe and healthy way according to approved policy and procedure.
Participate in training and review provided or recommended by the employer and take correction when not performing the work to acceptable standard.
Maintain confidential files and reports of clients.
Maintain a pool of resources with other community services for easy accessibility by the residents.