Job title: Licensed Practical Nurse – ROSC
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Job description: The DI aims to be an “Employer of Choice” and affords each employee an opportunity to help make a real difference in our community, and more importantly in the lives of those who rely on our services. We take great care in hiring the right people who fit, and who share our outlook on the value of people. We believe in living our values in every word we speak and in every action we take, and we want people who share this commitment.
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Licensed Practical Nurse – ROSC
Calgary, AB, Canada
Contracted
Mid Level
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Department:
Health Services
Job Category:
Salaried
Reports To:
Team Lead, ROSC
Position Type:
9-Month Contract
Direct Reports:
N/A
Schedule:
4 on/4 off
Nights (7PM – 7AM)
Indirect Reports:
N/A
Location:
Main Building
About Us
The Calgary Drop-In and Rehab Centre (“the DI”) is a low-barrier, housing-focused shelter that serves some of the city’s most vulnerable people. At the DI, we focus on providing a person’s basic needs, while doing everything possible to find them a permanent, safe home that meets their individual needs. There is no greater contribution you can make to another person’s path of recovery and wellness than an ongoing, consistent, positive relationship of respect and kindness. The DI works within the core values of housing first, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction to support staff and guests.
Position Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), under the direction of the Health Services leadership team, utilizes skills and knowledge to provide care for our clients accessing the Medically Supported Withdrawal Management program. This role is a part of the integrated Health Services team and is responsible for providing trauma-informed nursing care to vulnerable Calgarians. The Licensed Practical Nurse assists these individuals in accepting responsibility for their own health and assists them in achieving their health improvement goals.
Time Commitment
This is a Full Time Contract role
48 hours per rotation with 4 days on and 4 days off. Some unusual hours may be required from time to time as the need arises. Schedule may be altered at the discretion of management according to organizational needs and may be subject to change due to the quarterly rotational schedule.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform delegated independent nursing functions within the scope of practice as determined by CLPNA and the DI within the individual LPN competence level, as observed by the Nursing Coordinator
- Assist with Recovery Care Worker duties when time allows
- Consistently demonstrate the ability to take the initiative to make decisions/choices without direct supervision
- Be informed of APL routines and maintain standards and knowledge around phlebotomy and lab services
- Participate in formal and informal health teaching including preventative health concepts concerning Hepatitis A, B, C and AIDS, condom usage, nutrition, STBBI’s, basic sanitation, personal hygiene, post-op, and pre-natal care
- Maintain and ensure best practices around the handling of medications, participates in the maintenance of medication administration, storage, and documentation procedures
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (SDS, OH&S, WHMIS)
- Organize job functions and work area to be able to effectively complete assignments within established time frames
- Provide culturally aware support to DI clients, celebrating the diversity of clients and being aware of power dynamics of privilege and oppression that may be present while respecting and protecting the rights of clients, including their right to independence, autonomy, and self-determination; their right to choose and practice individual values, beliefs, religion, and culture; their right to privacy and dignity
- Ensure all required data is entered accurately into organizational databases including the DI Guestbook Database, and client Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and referrals provided in accordance to DI policy and professional nursing standards
- Develop and maintain collaborative and accountable working relations with internal DI colleagues to strengthen communication flow and cross-program understanding
- Provide caring, reliable, trauma-informed care to all patients & clients accessing the DI to reduce barriers to service and increase community trust
- Conduct assessments, initiatives, and implement health management strategies; provide appropriate evaluation, follow-up, and modifications to care plans according to practice protocols; assist with the delivery of disease management and health promotion; implement strategies for improving the quality and provision of care
- Coordinate services with other team members and community resources according to policies, procedures, and established standards
- Practice the strength of asking for help
- Perform other related tasks that are approved by the designated Nursing Coordinator, Senior Manager, Health Services, and the Directors of The DI
Required Competencies and Qualifications
- Current registration as an LPN with the CLPNA and proven experience as an LPN
- Ability to work in a diverse care setting with a multidisciplinary team
- Display compassion always, with a commitment to standards and process
- Completion of a university, college or other approved Practical Nursing program is required
- Mental Health and Addictions experience required
- Experience in acute care is an asset
- Current CPR – HCP certification is required
- Energetic and self-directed, with effective time management and organizational skills including the ability to deal with several priorities at the same time
- Strong strategically focused analytical skills, good common sense; and capacity to provide leadership
- Well-developed inter-personal and conflict resolution and negotiating skills
- Excellent communications skills, both oral and written
- Computer skills including familiarity with word processing, database, and Internet
Working Conditions
Front-line staff are exposed to emotionally disturbing events, such as: medical distress, threatened/actual serious injury, violence, abuse, and death; where clients may be experiencing fear, terror, hopelessness, rage, self-harm and conflict. It is understood and accepted that you will be working in distress and/or high-stress situations, which may include emergency response where resiliency and stress tolerance and the ability to maintain composure, remain calm and focused is imperative. Exposure to bodily fluids may also occur.
Why the DI?
The DI aims to be an “Employer of Choice” and affords each employee an opportunity to help make a real difference in our community, and more importantly in the lives of those who rely on our services. We take great care in hiring the right people who fit, and who share our outlook on the value of people. We believe in living our values in every word we speak and in every action we take, and we want people who share this commitment.
Our Culture
Our values form the cornerstone of our culture:
RESPECT: Our actions honour the rights, differences, and dignity of others
COMMUNITY: Through collaborative partnerships, we work together as a team, building inclusive communities
KINDNESS: We accept each person’s uniqueness with compassion and empathy
WELLNESS: We promote, provide and support holistic wellbeing
ACCOUNTABILITY: We operate with transparency and integrity in both our relationships and our commitments.
What we Offer
Staff at the DI enjoy competitive compensation packages, including employer-paid benefits depending on role and employment type.
Some of the employer-paid group benefits include:
- Vacation days
- Sick days
- Wellness days
- Extended Health & Dental coverage
- Employer Matching RRSP Program
- Homewood EFAP
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
Employees will be enrolled in Long-Term Disability and Critical Illness insurance, paid for by the employee. This is mandatory and may not be opted out of.
Benefits are based on employment type and usually available the 1st of the month following your start date. If you are successful in obtaining employment with the DI, Human Resources will discuss your eligibility for benefits with you.
Alberta Living Wage Employer
The DI is an Alberta Living Wage Employer. This means we are committed to paying our employees a living wage that allows them to meet their basic needs and participate in their communities. A living wage is different from minimum wage in that minimum wage is mandatory and the same throughout the province while a living wage reflects what people need to cover the actual costs of living in their communities. Payment of a living wage is a voluntary commitment from employers to go beyond the minimum. Visit to learn more about the living wage.
The DI is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to and support equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
If you are an applicant in need of accommodations or special assistance throughout the interview process, please submit a request by email to
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Location: Calgary, AB
Job date: Fri, 10 Nov 2023 03:43:14 GMT
