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Villa du Repos Inc , a long-term care home with a capacity of 186 residents, is currently accepting applications for the following position Licensed Practical Nurse Full time, part time and casual positions available 8 hours or 10 hours shifts Nature of the position: To provide nursing care to residents under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse in accordance with the scope of practice defined by the NBNAIAA. Duties and/or Responsibilities: Assist the resident in his or her need to breathe; Assist the resident in his or her need to eat and drink; Assisting the Resident in his or her need to eliminate; Assist the resident in his or her need to move around; Assist the Resident in his or her need to sleep and rest; Assisting the Resident in his or her need to dress and undress; Assist the resident in maintaining body temperature within normal limits; Assist the resident in his or her need to be clean and protect his or her integuments. Administer according to established procedures; Assist the resident in his or her need for security; Assist the resident without his/her need to communicate; Assist the resident in his or her need to act according to his or her beliefs and values; To assist the resident in his or her need to feel useful; Assist the resident in his/her need for recreation and to participate in the activities of the home; Assist the resident in his or her need to learn; To provide palliative care to the resident and support to their loved ones; Administer post-mortem care according to established procedures; Administer medications as prescribed; Assess, monitor and document the health status and behaviour of residents and report to the Charge Nurse; Participate in various meetings; Ensure adequate documentation according to established procedures; Complete the various control forms at each relay (nursing care recording, monitoring of restraints, etc.). Additional Duties and/or Responsibilities Ability to operate cleaning and care equipment; Pick up or store items at the warehouse if necessary; Perform the initial clean-up in the event of an incident caused by either a resident or an employee; Participate in meetings and training sessions as directed by the Nurse or Care Manager; Read and follow the home's policies and procedures, various memos and minutes of meetings; Participate in the orientation of new staff as assigned by the nurse and/or care manager. Note: These are the basic and main duties of the job; related and supplementary duties will be assigned from time to time as may be required for the proper operation of the home. Requirements Hold a certificate from a recognized practical nursing program; Licensed to practice in the Province of New Brunswick; Hold a certificate in drug administration; Two years recent experience in geriatric care would be an asset; 2 years recent experience in geriatric care would be an asset; teaching experience would be an asset; Organizational, planning, leadership and teamwork skills; Ability to organize, plan, lead and work in a team;  Ability to facilitate physical and intellectual abilities to meet the requirements of the position; Possess a good work history; Demonstrate an interest in professional development; Demonstrate autonomy in his/her work. Salary: According to the collective agreement We thank all applicants for their interest in Villa du Repos. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.