Nova Scotia-Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Bridgewater, NS, Canada
Applications open in a new tab.
Job details
- Posting language
- English
Original job description
Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated LPN MED SURG / TELEMETRY Nurse to join our team of skills nurses! The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in patient care and demonstrate proficiency in various nursing practices. This role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare teams, and a commitment to providing high-quality care to patients across diverse medical needs.
Duties
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in a medical/surgical + telemetry setting, ensuring their comfort and safety.
- Administer medications and monitor patient responses, adhering to established protocols for medication administration.
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients’ health status, including vital signs and medical history.
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatment options, and post-discharge care.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records using electronic health record
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and adjust care plans as necessary.
- Assist with laboratory tests and procedures as required, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Qualifications
- Registered with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN)
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology and nursing best practices.
- Experience in a hospital or clinical setting preferred; familiarity with medical/surgical nursing is a plus.
- Proficiency in patient care techniques, including medication administration and monitoring.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to ethical nursing practices.
We are looking for dedicated Registered Nurse with the following certifications:
ACLS, BLS, TELEMETR, IV MEDICATION
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Active NSCN registration
- Updated resume
- Vulnerable sector check (VSC)
- Immunization Records
Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a supportive environment.
Job Types: Full-time
Benefits:
- Housing allowance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- MedSurg & Telemetry \: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
More about this job
Responsibilities
The LPN at Tahir Medix Staffing will provide nursing care to medical, surgical and telemetry patients. They will give medications, assess patients, update records and teach patients and families.
Requirements
Candidates need active NSCN registration, at least one year of medical/surgical and telemetry experience, and a vulnerable sector check. Certifications in ACLS, BLS, telemetry and IV medication are also required.
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Telemetry monitoring
- Medical/surgical nursing
- IV medication administration
- ACLS
- BLS
- Electronic health records
- Care plan development
- Patient and family education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Medical terminology
- Vital signs monitoring
- Specimen and laboratory procedures
- Infection control
- Crisis management
Benefits
- Housing allowance
Categories
- Healthcare
Keywords
- LPN
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Nova Scotia
- NSCN
- medical surgical nursing
- telemetry
- med surg
- patient care
- medication administration
- IV medication
- ACLS
- BLS
- electronic health record
- vital signs
- patient assessment
- care plans
- nursing
- healthcare staffing
- on call
- full-time
Seniority
Mid level
Perks
- Remote work allowance
Licences and certifications
- NSCN registration
- ACLS
- BLS
- Telemetry
- IV Medication
- Vulnerable sector check
Tools
- Electronic health record
Languages
- English