26 Oct
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K u0026 H Home Care Services
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Calgary
26 Oct
K u0026 H Home Care Services
Calgary
Job Summary
- Provide adaptable, as-needed nursing coverage as a Casual Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in a patient-centered care setting.
- Deliver safe, compassionate care to patients with varied needs, including older adults, children, and individuals requiring acute, long-term, or supportive care.
- Work collaboratively with registered nurses, providers, patients, families, and other care team members. An active LPN license and the ability to meet applicable clinical and facility requirements are required.
Duties
- Assess and monitor patients’ conditions, document observations, and promptly report changes to the appropriate care team members.
- Provide direct patient care, including assistance with daily needs, comfort, and mobility, while respecting each patient’s dignity and preferences.
- Administer medications and treatments as authorized, following care plans, clinical protocols, and safety standards.
- Support pain management by observing symptoms, documenting responses, and communicating concerns to the care team.
- Assist with specimen collection and basic clinical procedures, including phlebotomy, when trained and authorized.
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical records and communicate effectively during handoffs.
- Use electronic health record systems, which may include Epic or Cerner, and follow privacy and documentation requirements.
- Coordinate care with patients, families,
and interdisciplinary teams; contribute to case management and continuity-of-care activities as appropriate.
- Follow infection prevention, safety, and emergency procedures, and maintain a clean, organized care environment.
Skills
- Current, applicable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license and sound knowledge of nursing principles and medical terminology.
- Demonstrated skills in medication administration, clinical documentation, patient observation, and compassionate communication.
- Experience in one or more of the following settings is valued: nursing home, hospital, acute care, home care, assisted living, medical office, laboratory, or hospice care.
- Familiarity with dementia care, senior care, pediatrics, or experience working with children is beneficial.
- Phlebotomy, Epic, and Cerner experience are helpful; training and authorization requirements vary by setting.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and a multidisciplinary care team.
Pay: $25.00-$27.00 per hour
Benefits
- On-site parking
Application question(s)
- Do you have a long term care facility experience in Alberta?
- Do you have a drivers license and or a reliable car?
Licence/Certification
- CLPNA-Registered with CLHA (required)
Work Location: In person
📌 Casual Licensed Practical Nurse (Calgary)
🏢 K u0026 H Home Care Services
📍 Calgary