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Edgewood Health Network Inc
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - FT
Calgary
CONTRACT
November 18, 2024
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Position Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a member of an interdisciplinary team that provides medical care to adolescents and young adults with diagnosed eating disorders and potential comorbidities. The LPN/RN provides patient-centered care using the development and implementation of individualized care plans through focused patient assessments, symptom management, medication administration and psychological support. The RN/LPN practices in accordance with organizational and pharmaceutical policies and procedures and provides support to the patients' primary care provider within the scope of practice outlined by the nurse's regulatory body. The RN/LPN utilizes a myriad of practical and therapeutic modalities to support patient recovery within the multidisciplinary care team.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assists in establishing and maintaining procedures and policies that ensure adherence to best practice guidelines
- Safely administers scheduled, PRN and emergency medications, as defined by facility policy and nurse’s regulatory body, via all routes as prescribed with proper documentation of all patient care provided
- Provides and facilitates on call nursing coverage as required, in accordance with their contractual agreement and department policies
- Schedules, coordinates and documents medical appointments, investigative and diagnostic tests as ordered by the physician/nurse practitioner.
- Actively communicates with the physician/nurse practitioner and nursing team regarding the progression, regression and current condition of each patient, as well as the efficacy of nursing interventions
- Monitors, documents and communicates information with the multidisciplinary team, external care providers and guardian(s), as required and with strict adherence to patient confidentiality requirements
- Prompt follow-up of tasks assigned/delegated by the nursing supervisor, physician/nurse practitioner and co-nurses as required
- Provision of meal support as required
- Applies the framework of Trauma Informed Care when conducting patient assessments and providing nursing care/support to patients and their families
- Utilizes excellent critical thinking skills to ensure that medical/nursing care planning, assessments and interventions are in the best interest of the patients’ physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual health
- Effectively assesses, communicates, documents and monitors risks to patient safety, including suicidal ideation, self-harm and acute deterioration of physical condition
- Facilitates the implementation of therapeutic coping skills and safe de-escalation techniques in accordance with the framework of non-violent crisis intervention
- Upholds a high standard of patient care through the utilization and implementation of resources pertaining to evidence-based medical and therapeutic management of eating disorders and other comorbid mental health disorders
- Other duties as assigned
- Comprehensive benefits package, including a yearly allowance of $1,500 for mental health and addiction services, as well as $500 per service for various paramedical services, such as massage and physiotherapy.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program through Green Shield Health
- Competitive paid time off policies, including a paid day off on your birthday
- Access to in-house fitness facilities where applicable or discounted external gym memberships
- Perks and discounts with Perkopolis – entertainment, home/auto/pet insurance
- Personal and professional development through our Education Support Assistance program
- Nationwide presence allows for supportive relocation opportunities
- Defined Benefit pension through CAAT with up to a 4% employer contribution
- Maternity and parental leave top-up
- Access to discounts at Kids & Co. Daycare
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