Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Hiring for Permanent Full-Time

Become a member of the GEM family! We offer an inclusive and welcoming work setting with competitive perks, a generous vacation plan and plenty of learning opportunities. At GEM we strive to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a protected, dignified, home-like environment. From housekeeping to administering medication, our staff is both the foundation and the face of our business.

The ideal candidate will possess:

- Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing. Pharmacology must have been part of the basic LPN program, or have taken an approved Pharmacology course.
- Professional attitude and appearance.
- Experience working with seniors an asset. Ability to respond to the needs of our residents in a compassionate manner.
- Able to work independently and as a team member.
- Able to work well under pressure. Ability to make informed decisions in emergency situations.
- Solid written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities:

- Carries out tasks and daily work following the procedures, standards and job performance requirement within the scope of practice of the NSCN.
- Participates in the implementation of organizational goals.
- Complete all documentation and charting on residents’ files, incident reports etc. as applicable,



and access any required resident information in Point Click Care.
- Administer medications according to care plan and MAR. Document appropriately.
- Maintain confidentiality concerning residents, employees, organizational data and information.
- Cooperates with fellow employees and Management to promote a positive atmosphere for residents, their families, coworkers and visitors.
- Communicate and work with family members and other health care providers to develop a care plan when additional care is needed.
- Respond immediately to emergency situations involving residents or staff.
- Supervise other staff while on duty when required.
- Provide report at end of shift.

License/Certification:

- LPN/RPN (required)
- First Aid and CPR (required)

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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Pay: $30.20-$33.57 per hour

Benefits:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- In office parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Hammonds Plains, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

- wound care : 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- LPN/RPN (required)
- CPR Certification (required)
- wound care course (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Wound Care)
🏢 GEM Health Care Group
📍 Canada