Licensed Practical Nurse (Permanent 0.6 FTE Evenings)
Part Time Edmonton, AB, CA
3 days ago Requisition ID: 1108
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)
Permanent 0.6 FTE
Pilgrims Hospice Society (PHS) is a registered charity that provides supportive and compassionate family-centered care to enhance the quality and dignity of life for those diagnosed with a progressive, life-limiting illness as well as support to those who are grieving the death of a loved one, from any cause.
POSTION DESCRIPTION
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)promotes nursing excellence and quality palliative end-of-life care within their scope of practice and in accordance with the standards of practice as outlined by the College & Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA). The LPN is responsible for assessing and anticipating holistic needs of the residents; planning, documenting and implementing care plans; and making recommendations for changes in care, as needed. The LPN also provides ongoing comfort and support to residents and their loved ones.
The LPN performs all duties in a safe and healthy manner, in accordance with Pilgrims Hospice Society's policies and procedures, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation.
Reporting to the Director, Hospice Care & Clinical Practice, the LPN works as a productive, contributing member of the inter-disciplinary team by providing holistic palliative end-of-life care.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
NURSING CARE
- Perform patient-centered nursing care (e.g. Central Venous Access Devices, catheterization, suctioning, drain maintenance, colostomies, tube feeds, CADD pumps, assistive devices, wound care, etc.)
- Consult with residents, loved ones, and / or the substitute decision maker regarding needs, wishes, and preferences for care
- Recognize, assess and respond to resident pain and symptom management, as well as health status changes, and communicate updates to inter-disciplinary team
- Administer medications according to safe medication practices and professional practice standards
- Implement medical interventions (e.g. medications, treatments, supplies, equipment, etc.), according to the physician's orders
