Overview
Languages
English
Education
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College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience
5 years or more
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
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Relocation costs not covered by employer
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Retirement home
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Administer medications
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Conduct specimen collection
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Ensure infection control
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Monitor nutritional intake
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Observe and record medication’s therapeutic and side effects
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Record medication’s therapeutic and side effects observations in patient files
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Take vital signs
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Provide safety and health education to individuals and their families
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Provide nursing services, within defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures
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Monitor patients' progress, evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and consult with appropriate members of healthcare team
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Train students, other technologists or nurses
Supervision
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province/territory of work
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Completion of the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination
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Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certificate
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Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certificate
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CPR Certificate
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First Aid Certificate
Experience and specialization
Area of work experience
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Environmental and occupational health
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Emergency health care planning
Area of specialization
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Geriatrics
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Palliative care
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Rehabilitation
Additional information
Security and safety
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Bondable
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Basic security clearance
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Criminal record check
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Drug test
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Immunization records
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Tuberculosis test
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Vulnerable sector check
Transportation/travel information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Fast-paced environment
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Work under pressure
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Repetitive tasks
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Physically demanding
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Manual dexterity
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Attention to detail
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Ability to distinguish between colours
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Sound discrimination
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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
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Standing for extended periods
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Large caseload
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Overtime required
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Disability benefits
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Health care plan
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Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
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As per collective agreement
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Group insurance benefits
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Life insurance
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Night shift premium
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Pension plan
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Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Long term benefits
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Maternity and parental benefits
Other benefits
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Free parking available
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Learning/training paid by employer
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Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
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Parking available
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.