Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Hospice Fredericton is looking for LPN's to fill both permanent and casual positions to be a part of the delivery of care to Hospice patients and families.

Duties & Responsibilities:

· Report to the Charge Nurse as part of the care team the LPN assists with the organization and delivery of end-of-life care.

· Practice at full scope in a manner consistent with professional, ethical, and legal standards of practice for LPNS.

· Assess, plan, evaluate and implement patient centered care.

· Administers medications and provides treatments according to Physician orders following all medication management policies, guidelines, and scope of practice.

· Responsible for communicating patient status/needs to Physicians and providing symptom control to patients based on patient centered assessments.

· Assist in development of patient directed care plans involving all members of the interdisciplinary team.

· Maintain standards of accurate and concise documentation and reporting.

· Provide direct patient care and assist with ADLs such as bathing, dressing, skin care, and mobilizing when necessary.

· Provide ongoing teaching, education and support to patients/families in a caring non-judgmental manner.

· Delegate tasks and duties to other members of care team in a caring professional manner.

· Assumes a leadership role and provides leadership to care team and oversee the provision of quality health services, respecting the patient's right to individualized planning of end-of-life care.

· Facilitate teamwork among the care team and foster a positive work environment.

· Act as an advocate on behalf of patients, families, and co-workers.

· With support from the organization maintain an optimal level of wellbeing and balance and display behavior consistent with adherence to organization standards

Skills and Qualifications:

The LPN is a responsible professional with current registration and experience in end-of-life care.

· LPN license in good standing

· Caring & Compassionate

· Team player

· Organized, takes initiative.

· Ability to work with a wide range of individuals.

· Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

· Use sound judgment, diplomacy, and confidentiality.

· Fluent in English, spoken French an asset

· Experience in Palliative Care with be an asset

· Must have a clear Vulnerable Sector Check

· Valid CPR/BLS certification

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract, Casual

Pay: $32.45-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Licence/Certification:

• LPN License (required)

Location:

• Fredericton, NB E3B 1P5 (preferred)

Work Location: In person