Job Description LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE EXTENDICARE -RIVER EAST PERSONAL CARE HOME Applicants are invited to apply for the following positions available at our Personal Care Home serving 120 elders from the city and community of Winnipeg, Manitoba. These are in-scope positions with Supervisory responsibilities. - Casual positions - effective immediately Reporting to the Director of Care, the LPN will enhance the effective management and quality of care delivery and nursing practice in keeping with the Code of Ethics and Standards of the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM)), Manitoba Health Long Term Care Standards and Extendicare Care Inc. Standards. RESPONSIBILITIES Ensures elder care is provided within established nursing standards and principles, physicians’ orders and administrative policies. Oversees Interdisciplinary Team Conferences, and addresses family concerns Uses the Nursing Process to assess elders and develop, implement, review and evaluate individualized elder care plans including the provision of care to elders. Monitor elder’s health, notes changes in condition and assess need for referral to doctors; processes and implement physicians’ orders. Including medication administration and treatments. Observe, report and record vital signs, symptoms and conditions of elders, and initiate remedial health measures where appropriate. Plans, directs, supervises and evaluates the work of Health Care Aide staff and other team members. Organize, deliver and direct functions and activities related to provision of care to elders including restorative care, quality of life activities and palliative care as required. Orient and train new personnel and participate in in-service education QUALIFICATIONS Licensure with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM) ; Previous Long Term Care experience an asset CPR and First Aid certification. Comprehensive knowledge in the areas of wound management (SWAT certified WRHA/equivalent), infection control, dementia care, least restraint, and zero lift practices Excellent communication skills, written and verbal Strong organizing, planning, prioritizing, time management and multi-tasking skills. MDS/computer skills Current (within 6 months) Criminal Record Check & Adult Abuse Satisfactory work record is required. Salary and benefits as per the collective agreement including recognition of previous experience as may be applicable Time Type: Part time Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada. We deliver quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population. We also provide management and consulting support through a range of services, including recruitment and building strong, qualified teams, to a network of independently owned long-term care and retirement homes. Our Mission “Helping People Live Better.” We help our residents and clients live better by promoting quality of life. We create remarkable moments through highly engaged and motivated team members. Stakeholders know this because we continuously measure, improve and publicly share our performance. Our Vision Our vision is to be the best senior care and services company in Canada. Our Values At Extendicare, we value our customers and our team who cares for them. We are committed to treating them with dignity and respect in an atmosphere of compassion. As health care professionals, we take pride in being responsive to the needs of those who rely on us. Customer Satisfaction. We strive to provide care and services to our customers which exceed their expectations. Excellence. We believe aspiring to excellence leads to continuous quality improvement in our provision of care to residents. Respect. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. Integrity. We believe in honesty and fairness in our relationships with others. Accountability. We believe we are accountable for the quality of services we provide to our customers. Communication. We listen to each other and foster open and honest communication. Teamwork. We believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. Environment. We believe that environmental issues should be integrated into business decisions that promote environmental protection, preservation, safety and a homelike atmosphere.
