Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Villa Facilities

POSITION VACANCY

POSITION: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Full-Time, Part-Time & Casuals

Villa d 'la Baie/Villa Acadienne are long term care facilities that has adopted the Eden Alternative Philosophy of Care. We believe in a resident centered care approach and strive to make life for our resident's worth living. We're moving away from a medical model of care and transforming our home into a place where residents can continue to grow and live full lives.

JOB PURPOSE:

• Promotes recovery and health of residents by:
• Collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members;
• Providing physical and psychological support to residents, friends, and families;
• Supervising assigned care team members;
• Responsible for resident treatments, medication administration and supervising resident care while ensuring it is to Villa Acadienne standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, experience, and abilities:

• LPN currently licensed in the province of Nova Scotia
• Medication administration experience
• Able to communicate in French and English (an asset).
• Excellent organizational skills and communication skills (oral and written).
• Demonstrated leadership skills, personal initiative, sound judgment, as well as the ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Proven ability to make timely decisions, multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Excellent wage and benefit package with participation in the Nova Scotia Health Employees' Pension Plan (NSHEPP).
• A competitive salary with shift and weekend premiums.

Deadline for receiving applications: November 26, 2024.

MUST PROVIDE A CLEAR VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK TO BE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW.

To apply for this position, please send your cover letter, resume and references to: [email protected]

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Denise Comeau, Office Manager
Villa Acadienne