Licensed Practical Nurse SDC

Calgary - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Clearpoint Health Network is Canadas largest trusted provider of independent surgical and multi-disciplinary medical centres across Canada. Working in close collaboration with hospitals insurance providers provincial and regional health organizations and workers compensation boards Clearpoint delivers high-quality care across Canada meeting the needs of patients while alleviating capacity pressure on public health systems. Clearpoint Health Network offers a competitive total compensation package and an attractive work schedule.

Canadian Surgery Solutions a division of Clearpoint Health Network is currently recruiting for a Licensed Practical Nurse SDC

Position : Full Time Permanent

Benefits

Competitive Wage
Health and dental benefits for permanent employees
Up to 3% RRSP Matching for permanent employees
Vacation &Personal days
No Shift Work!

Position Overview

The LPN SDC provides patient and family education on disease management risk reduction medications and health maintenance. Working collaboratively with the interprofessional care team the RN develops and updates individualized care plans documents assessments accurately and contributes to quality improvement clinical education and mentoring initiatives within the clinic.

Key Responsibilities

Perform preadmission screening of surgical patients through interviews health history reviews and assessment of potential risks.
Coordinate required diagnostic tests review results identify abnormalities and report findings to Physicians/Surgeons.
Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments develop nursing diagnoses and plan perform and evaluate nursing interventions.
Receive and prepare patients for testing ensuring comfort and understanding of procedures; perform non-invasive diagnostic tests as required.
Document assessments interventions outcomes and referrals accurately according to clinical standards.
Assess learning needs of patients and families; provide education on risk reduction medications lifestyle adjustments and health maintenance.
Collaborate with patients families and the interprofessional care team to develop implement and update individualized care plans.
Participate in discharge planning referral processes and coordination with community resources.
Contribute to quality improvement research and clinical program evaluation initiatives.
Act as a preceptor or mentor for new staff and students; participate in professional development and continuing education programs.
Participate in nursing committees care conferences and councils providing feedback on policies procedures and clinical tools.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Active registration and practice permit with Regulatory College for Albertas Licensed Practical Nurses.(CLPNA)
Completion of an accredited nursing education program combined with 2-3 years recent experience
Minimum 2 years of recent relevant clinical experience in surgical services preadmission or related acute care areas is an asset
Completion of post-graduate courses or certifications relevant to surgical services preferred.
Clinical proficiency in patient assessment diagnostic reasoning and nursing interventions.
Strong communication collaboration and patient advocacy skills.
Competence in operating relevant medical and diagnostic equipment and electronic documentation systems.
Ability to mentor precept and educate patients families and staff effectively.
Physical ability to perform required duties.

Clearpoint Health Network Inc is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates without regard to race colour citizenship religion sex marital / family status sexual orientation gender identity aboriginal status age disability or persons who may require an accommodation to apply.

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