Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) -Casual

With over 100 years of collective experience, our inpatient, outpatient, and online programs are offered across the country, providing essential compassionate care to patients wherever they are. EHN Canada prides themselves on providing both excellent and accessible care to all Canadians.

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If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, come join us!

The LPN will be required to work all shifts, which includes days, nights and weekends.

Some duties include and are not limited to:

• Provide first aid as needed and refer patients to medical care as the Clinical Team deems necessary
• Responsible for patient Detox scales as per Pharmacotherapy & Detox policies.
• Make patient medications available as prescribed as per Pharmacotherapy & Detox policies
• Ensure medication policies and procedures are adhered to
• Follow up with patients following assessments by Physicians – charting, booking of further appointments, etc., when necessary
• Direct bedside care when necessary (i.e. bathing, Critical Care, etc.)
• Participates in case consultation and treatment coordination with other members of the multi-disciplinary team if required

The ideal candidate will have:

• Current LPN license is good standing
• Trauma informed training/experience an asset;
• Knowledge of mental health and addictions and the 12 steps an asset;
• A passion and relentless pursuit for improving the life chances for all clients through support grounded in sound treatment practices;
• Proven ability to work well as an integral part of a team which includes senior management, managers, supervisors, staff and outside agencies;
• Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, communication, and problem solving skills;
• The ability to be flexible, adaptable and nimble;
• Commitment to professional development and growth;
• Must be able to read, write and communicate verbally and in writing;
• Must be able to understand and follow directions;
• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others;
• Ability to fulfill the functional demands of the position;
• Negative TB test;
• Valid First Aid/CPR Level C;
• Criminal record check through the Ministry of Justice;
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License in good standing

The following commitments are essential to all positions within EHN/Edgewood:

• A commitment to understanding and upholding the organizations vision, mission, goals and values;
• A commitment and adherence to workplace policies, procedures & practices;
• A commitment to standards of conduct, including behaving in a manner that is: respectful, professional, team-oriented, collegial, collaborative, ethical, honest, and trustworthy;
• A commitment to, and acts in accordance with, the inclusion, equity and diversity. Specifically, engagement of people of diverse backgrounds including, but not limited to, racialized communities, Indigenous Peoples, and the LGBTQ2S+ communities;
• A demonstrable commitment to increase personal knowledge, awareness, and understanding of the Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Being, as well as historical and current realities experienced by Indigenous Peoples locally, nationally, and internationally.

Employee Benefits and Perks:

• 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 GreenShield 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

EHN Canada is an employment equity employer. If you should require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources.

Compensation details: 32.84-42.64 Hourly Wage

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