AgeCare·Medicine Hat, Alberta
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides planned, patient-oriented, goal-directed nursing care following provincial standards, working as part of an inter-professional team using a person-centered approach. Key duties include completing clinical assessments, managing care plans, administering treatments and medications, and coordinating resident care assignments.
Reporting to the Director of Care , the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient-oriented, goal-directed nursing care in accordance with the provincial standards of care.
Key Responsibilities
To work as a member of the inter-professional team as described by our Professional Practice Model applying the person centered approach to care;
To complete and ensure resident's clinical care assessments, care/service plans and documentation are accurate, up to date and changes communicated as required;
To implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care/service plans and make changes as required;
To assist with scheduling of resident's care conferences and participate in conferences where applicable;
To work closely with the Director of Care to facilitate resident's move in, move out and transfers;
To provide direct resident care and medication/ treatment administration and document care in compliance with regulatory and Resident Care standards and policies and procedures;
To process the orders and safe keep drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance with all regulatory requirements, scope of practice and policies and procedures;
To facilitate and provide resident/family education;
To plan, coordinate, manage & evaluate the resident's care plan working with the resident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing & interdisciplinary team and contracted service providers;
To coordinate nursing team's resident care assignments to ensure efficient and timely delivery of services to residents;
To respond to and manage significant changes in resident's condition and or medical emergencies; provide emergency first aid;
To teach, delegate to, and direct unregulated care providers;
To coordinate emergency response in the absence of Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness/ Executive Director;
To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken and or concern communicated to Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness/ Executive Director and other departments;
To follow and assist the Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of Infection Prevention and Control , Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and Quality/Safety Plans for the Nursing Department;
To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in the Code of Conduct;
To complete other duties as assigned.
If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!
Candidates must possess current registration as an LPN in the applicable Province/State and hold current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certifications, along with computer proficiency. Experience in a senior's environment and education in gerontology or long-term care are preferred assets.
Market context
Operations roles in Alberta healthcare often draw steady interest because employers need people who can keep day-to-day services running smoothly while meeting care standards. These roles can be competitive when they require formal Health Care Aide training, current screening, and added safety credentials; on this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review fit faster. Before applying, confirm your 500-hour program completion, Vulnerable Sector Check, and whether BCLS and First Aid are preferred or required.