Job Licensed Practical Nurse - Part TimeLicensed Practical Nurse - Full Time

Start Date: Immediate

Location: South Valley Residence, Valleyview, Alberta

Hours/FTE: 1.0

Hourly Rate: $37.50 - $42.75

This position is located in Valleyview, Alberta. The successful candidate must be willing to relocate or commute to Valleyview, Alberta.

Advantage Assist has been providing exceptional management and care services to senior living communities across Alberta for over two decades. Our privately owned company is committed to delivering the highest standards of hospitality and care with a focus on compassion, service, and quality. We define excellence in seniors' living, and we work hard to make that reality for every person in our communities.

We are currently seeking a Health Care Aide to join us at South Valley Residence, our premier community located in the vibrant, diverse, and active town of Valleyview, AB.

What we have to offer you:

• Competitive compensation because we believe in rewarding our employees fairly for their hard work and dedication.
• Opportunities for professional growth, including training and development programs to help our employees reach their full potential.
• Night, evening, and weekend shift premiums.
• You'll be working for a company that passionate about what we do and dedicated to defining excellence in seniors care.

As the Licensed Practical Nurse at South Valley Residence, you will:

• Provide resident-focused care in a home-like environment, respecting the individual and dignity of each resident/family and co-workers.
• Provide direct care by assessing resident health needs such as but not limited to recording of vital signs, discusses and records chief health concerns, performs tests, administers injections and medications, dressing changes, immunizations, etc.
• Monitor residents with complex medical needs.
• Supervise and evaluate work performance in terms of resident care, staff relations and efficiency of service.
• Direct the work of HCA's based on resident and site needs.
• Order prescriptions and sets up referral contacts.
• Document patient care observations and activities according to professional standards and procedures.
• Thoroughly educate and explain procedures to residents and family members and assists them in coping with illness.
• Maintain required records including specimen, maintenance, daily, weekly, and monthly logs.
• Practice to their full range of competence within applicable legislation, regulations, bylaws and employer policies.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement.
• Create a facility environment that protects confidentiality of residents, staff and activities of the community.

What you bring:

• Graduate from a recognized LPN Program, experience in gerontology is preferred.
• Current membership in good standing with CLPNA
• CPR/BCLS for healthcare provider required.
• Demonstrated skills in leadership, communication, teamwork, concern resolution process and customer service.
• Strong organizational and computer skills
• Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to person-centered care
• Ability to problem solve through critical thinking.
• Enthusiastic attitude and energy to provide excellent care and service on behalf of the company.

Thank you for your interest in us! We will be in contact with those people selected for an interview only.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels safe, valued, and respected. We recognize the talent, perspectives, and creativity that diversity brings, and we encourage applications from all, especially from marginalized and underrepresented groups. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know.