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GEM Health Care Group - Milford Haven Home for Special Care
Become a member of the GEM family! We offer an inclusive and welcoming work environment with competitive benefits, a generous vacation plan and plenty of learning opportunities. At GEM we strive to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment. From housekeeping to administering medication, our staff is both the foundation and the face of our business.
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Salary: $28.32-$30.42 per hour
Schedule:
12 hour shift
Day shift
Night shift
Weekends as needed
What you'll do
Responsibilities
Carries out tasks and daily work following the procedures, standards and job performance requirement within the scope of practice of the NSCN
Participates in the implementation of organizational goals
Complete all documentation and charting on residents' files, incident reports etc. as applicable, and access any required resident information in Point Click Care.
Administer medications according to care plan and MAR. Document appropriately.
Maintain confidentiality concerning residents, employees, organizational data and information.
Cooperates with fellow employees and Management to promote a positive atmosphere for residents, their families, coworkers and visitors
Communicate and work with family members and other health care providers to develop a care plan when additional care is needed.
Respond immediately to emergency situations involving residents or staff.
Supervise other staff while on duty when required.
Provide report at end of shift
What you'll need
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:
Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing. Pharmacology must have been part of the basic LPN program, or have taken an approved Pharmacology course.
Professional attitude and appearance
Experience working with seniors an asset. Ability to respond to the needs of our residents in a compassionate manner
Able to work independently and as a team member
Able to work well under pressure. Ability to make informed decisions in emergency situations
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Criminal record and vulnerable sector check required
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GEM Health Care Group
GEM Health Care Group is a Nova Scotian, family run business which has been enhancing the lives of seniors in the communities where they operate since 1979.
We continue to remain a leader in transforming how health care is delivered to seniors in Nova Scotia and we strive to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment.
GEM currently operates various levels of seniors' care facilities throughout Nova Scotia, Ontario, and in Hollywood, Florida.
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GEM Health Care Group
GEM Health Care Group is a Nova Scotian, family run business which has been enhancing the lives of seniors in the communities where they operate since 1979.
We continue to remain a leader in transforming how health care is delivered to seniors in Nova Scotia and we strive to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment.
GEM currently operates various levels of seniors' care facilities throughout Nova Scotia, Ontario, and in Hollywood, Florida.