Good Samaritan South Ridge Village
550 Spruce Way S.E., Medicine Hat, AB

As the largest not-for-profit provider of seniors’ care in Alberta and British Columbia, The Good Samaritan Society and Good Samaritan Canada (together, Good Samaritan) have been providing exceptional care and support since 1949. We are faith-based, not-for-profit organizations committed to creating safe, comfortable communities where individuals experience caring, belonging, and purpose.

Employment Type: Casual 0 FTE

Hours of Work: Various

Wages $26.78 – $35.09

Employee Group: USW(HAT.26.056)

Focusing on the social model and working in a team environment, you will perform safe, quality patient care working in a both clinical and community settings. You will work with the Seniors' Clinic team to support patients to age safely in their home setting. The collaborative approach of the team ensures that patients are connected to all appropriate interdisciplinary team members and community resources. Using initiative and good judgement, you will carry out a variety of nursing duties, as assigned by the physician or designated clinician to ensure quality patient care and comfort.

Educational Qualifications
● Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate
● Registration to ‘full scope of practice’ with provincial professional association
● CPR/First Aid
● Dementia care training an asset
● Successful completion of an annual AIS competency test is required

Work Experience
● Experience working with the elderly and/or disabled preferred
● Experience working with families, guardians and professional groups an asset
● Computer experience an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
● Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to deal effectively with conflict in a diplomatic and professional manner
● Exemplary written, oral, communication and computer skills




● Exhibits an open and sincere approach by demonstrating respect and compassion for everyone equally
● Maintains an individual's dignity and self worth during conversations
● Excellent active listening skills
● Demonstrates flexibility by changing routine to accommodate client/resident needs
● Accepts, implements and evaluates change with a positive attitude

What we can offer you:

- Work/life balance
- Learning and development opportunities
- Competitive wages
- Pension and benefits for eligible employees
- Paid vacation time for eligible employees
- Discounted services with many of our local businesses
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Employee recognition events

Requirements:

- A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and if applicable a Vulnerable Sector Check that has been obtained no more than 90 calendar days prior to the hire date.
- A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.

Diversity-Equity-Inclusion

Positive Samaritan is committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation in the workplace at all levels of the organization, as well as in the delivery of our services. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

How to apply:

- Visit us online at www.gss.org and apply by clicking on join our team.

We thank all applicants, however only candidates under consideration will be contacted for an interview.

Pay: $26.78-$35.09 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4P1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?

Licence/Certification:

- LPN/RPN (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Medicine Hat)
🏢 The Good Samaritan Society
📍 Medicine Hat