Overview

Languages

English

Education

- College/CEGEP
- or equivalent experience

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

- Home care and visiting care agency
- Rehabilitation centre and special health institution

Responsibilities

Tasks

- Administer medications
- Apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing
- Observe and record medication’s therapeutic and side effects
- Record medication’s therapeutic and side effects observations in patient files
- Take vital signs
- Provide safety and health education to individuals and their families
- Provide nursing services, within defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures
- Monitor patients' progress, evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and consult with appropriate members of healthcare team
- Administer first-aid and other assistance

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province/territory of work
- CPR Certificate




- First Aid Certificate

Additional information

Security and safety

- Basic security clearance
- Criminal record check
- Child Abuse Registry check
- Child welfare check
- Driver's validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Drug test
- Immunization records
- Adult Abuse Registry check
- Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/travel information

- Valid driver's licence
- Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Repetitive tasks
- Physically demanding
- Manual dexterity
- Attention to detail
- Ability to distinguish between colours
- Sound discrimination
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Standing for extended periods
- Large caseload

Personal suitability

- Client focus
- Dependability
- Interpersonal awareness
- Judgement
- Reliability
- Team player

Perks

Health benefits

- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

- Group insurance benefits

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