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Ocean View Continuing Care Centre in Eastern Passage, NS, Canada

Facility: Ocean View Continuing Care Centre
Location: Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia
Job Category: Nursing, Healthcare
Position Available: Full-Time, Part-time, Temporary and Casual

Facility Description:

Ocean View is a charitable organization that has been operating since the early 1960's. We provide a variety of services, predominately for seniors and other folks that need a little extra help in day to day living. Between in care living and community supports, we proudly serve over 500 individuals each year through our 320+ staff and 100+ volunteers. Our vision is to be the "community of choice" for Nova Scotians needing support in a place they call home. We are committed to the highest standards of support and services, and we promote a healthy workplace for staff. We foster a healthy work-life balance and use the latest best practice information at all levels. Fully accredited by Accreditation Canada since 1974, our commitment to excellence and safety is unsurpassed.

Job Summary:

The LPN functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team under the direction of the RN & Team Leader to provide direct nursing care to residents. The LPN carries out duties as directed by the RN and Clinical Leader.

Qualifications:

• Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing.
• Recognized Pharmacology course and experience in the administration of medicines.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with residents, families, visitors, and co-workers.
• Ability to work a 24-hour shift rotation on any program area.
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis. Heavy lifting required; demonstrated use of proper body mechanics.

Ocean View Continuing Care Centre Offers:

• Free Parking & on Bus Route
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Comprehensive Orientation
• A supportive work environment
• Casual staff will be paid 10% in lieu of vacation.

Salary Range: In accordance with the Collective Agreement between Ocean View Manor and Ocean View Manor Local of the Nova Scotia Nurse's Union.

Rotation: Days/Evenings/Nights: All Shift Hours

Signing Bonus: A signing bonus of $5,000 is available based on the prorated FTE. Some conditions apply.

Relocation Assistance: eligible candidates may qualify for some relocation assistance. Some conditions apply.

Please be aware that OVCCC is a pet friendly environment.

If you need to re-activate your license: In recognized emergencies, qualified nurses not currently licensed in Nova Scotia can be quickly processed for a one-time 4-month conditional licensure. There is no fee for this license. Individuals must have sufficient practice hours in Nova Scotia within the last 5 years and not have a condition or restriction on their license to qualify. When you have been offered a COVID-19 position and need to reactivate your nursing license, click here https://www.nscn.ca/application-conditional-licence-emergency. You will be notified by email when reactivation is completed. Check out https://www.nscn.ca/professional-practice/trending-topics/covid-19 for more details.