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 skilled practice standards

Implement medical interventions (e.g. medications, treatments, supplies, equipment, etc.), according to the physician's orders

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📌 Licensed Practical Nurse (Permanent 0.6 FTE Evenings) (Alberta)
🏢 Pilgrims Hospice Society
📍 Alberta