Client Service Coordinator (Licensed Practical Nurse)

Total nursing care and functions in accordance with the resident-directed approach to care, through the established philosophy of service.

Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, documenting and directing resident needs through consultation with medical professionals, care conferences and internal staff

Competence in numerous care areas including, but not limited to: Palliative Care Management Medication Administration Venipuncture Butterfly Insertion Set Catheter/Subprapubic Catheter Insertion Head to Toe Assessment

Palliative Care Management

Medication Administration

Venipuncture

Butterfly Insertion Set

Catheter/Subprapubic Catheter Insertion

Head to Toe Assessment

Providing leadership to health services staff and overseeing provision of quality health services respecting the client’s right to individualized planning of health services

Working with the existing management and health services teams to promote communication and compliance to policies and procedures

Maintains knowledge of current legislation and program requirements that govern long-term care

Maintain knowledge of issues and priorities within health care with a focus on continuing care

Follows the process in place for safekeeping of medications

Administers and records prescribed medications in accordance with facility policy

Provides consultation regarding resident issues and standards of care to interdisciplinary team

Assists residents with hygiene and daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, positioning in bed, and transferring to and from bed to chair

Assists with resident’s special needs, e.g. eye care, colostomy, and catheter

Applies dressings and treatments according to physician’s orders and facility policy

Assists with the development, implementation and evaluation of care plans

Administers and records prescribed medication as per company policy and scope of practice

Maintains the standards of accurate and complete documentation and reporting

Required to act as a work area leader or mentor in providing training, advice to peers doing similar work or filling in for vacation of people leader.

Assists with supervision and evaluation of job performance and behavior of other health care staff

Additional duties as assigned

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

Graduate from an approved Practical Nursing Program

Approved Pharmacology and Physical Assessment course (if not completed during diploma)

Current registration with provincial regulatory body

Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays

A valid CPR & First Aid Certification (required)

A clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening upon hire

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Any previous course in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care to be a huge asset

Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset

A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care

Great People is a core value at Shannex, grounded in the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and to fostering a culture that celebrates individuality and ensures every person is treated with fairness and respect. Here, every team member belongs. With locations across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, our team members help build communities that support connection, wellbeing, and longevity.

Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. In addition, Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com .

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.