REPORTING TO: Children�s Wellness Services Coordinator
STAFF SUPERVISED: None
MISSION STATEMENT: The Parkland Community Living and Supports Society exists to improve the quality of life of the disabled through individual choice, dignity and rights.
- PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Under the general direction of the Children�s Wellness Services Coordinator, the Licenced Practical Nurse: monitors and reports on the general health and wellness of those individuals under her/his care; is proactive in providing preventative health care, supervises and is responsible for the administration of medical treatment of consumers; and participates in and sometimes supervises the delivery of developmental programs. - TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the general direction of the Children�s Wellness Services Coordinator, the incumbent in this position will be required to:
- Monitor and report on the general health and wellness of those individuals under her/his care by:
- following all prescribed policies and procedures pertaining to the health and wellness of consumers
- observing the general health of all consumers
- reporting and informing the Children�s Wellness Services Coordinator and Residential Supervisor of any illness, evidence of trauma, etc. that is observed
- monitoring and ensuring that appropriate health and wellness practices are followed by consumers and staff
- completing and/or ensuring the completion of necessary charting, record keeping, nursing care plans, etc.
- monitoring seizure activity and maintaining appropriate documentation
- informing relevant staff and guardians as required
- training other staff in the appropriate procedures to maintain consumer health
- assisting in the development, implementation and monitoring of nursing care plans
- Supervise and be responsible for the administration of medical treatment of consumers by:
- following all of the applicable policies and procedures that pertain to medical treatments
- ensuring a complete understanding of the medical treatments that have been approved by the prescribing physician or therapist
- ensuring that proper documentation is received and available
- ensuring the proper administration and record keeping of medications
- conducting medical procedures as required
- completing and/or ensuring the completion of necessary charting, record keeping, nursing care plans, etc.
- ensuring that medications are stored in the proper locations
- monitoring the administration of medicine to identify any reactions and/or side effects
- ensuring that all medications are properly labelled and expiry dates noted
- preparing with the assistance of the pharmacist for medications for periods of leave
- controlling the shift-to-shift handover of narcotics and controlled drugs
- training consumers in the procedures for taking medications when applicable
- ensuring that medication audits are performed at appropriate times
- ensuring that guardian are informed and approval has been obtained prior to the administration of medications
- adhering on a continuous basis to the Code of Ethics and the Oath of Confidentiality
- Participate in nursing care plans and sometimes supervise the delivery of developmental programs by:
- building and promoting positive relationships with each consumer, guardians, community, support staff and significant others
- identifying available resources and services
- identifying and assigning roles to all parties involved
- monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the nursing care plans and developmental programs
- monitoring, documenting and reporting maladaptive behavioural issues
- participating in delivery of the Annual Service Plan and nursing care plans
- ensuring that staff model the desired behaviours and skills
- monitoring, evaluating and modifying the plans as required to reach the objectives in consultation with program coordinator
- participating in the completion of documentation and required reports
- Monitor and report on the general health and wellness of those individuals under her/his care by:
- JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
To be effective in the performance of the position described above, an individual would require the following:
KNOWLEDGE:- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the values of citizenship, choice, support, and equality of opportunity, as defined and adhered to by the Parkland Community Living and Support Society.
- Detailed knowledge of the policies and procedures that apply to the medical well being of Parkland consumers
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terms and procedures
- Demonstrated knowledge of medicines and their administration
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical practices
- Working knowledge of Annual Service Plans
- Demonstrated knowledge of nursing care plans
- Demonstrated knowledge in behaviour modification as practised by Parkland CLASS
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the use of psychotropic medication as restrictive procedures as identified by AARC
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of services for children and families as identified in the AASCF standards
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of CET standards as identified by AARC
- Detailed knowledge of the material in the Food Handling and Health Guidelines
- Detailed knowledge of the material in the Canada Food Guide
- Detailed knowledge of the material in the Universal Precautions Handout
- Working knowledge of Standard First Aid and CPR
- Working knowledge of crisis prevention and intervention
- General knowledge of the community amenities and social activities and opportunities
- Working knowledge of Abuse Protocol
- Demonstrated ability to work with consumers, nursing staff and residential staff of Parkland C.L.A.S.S.
- Demonstrated skill in practical nursing
- Demonstrated skill in the administration of medicines including narcotics and control drugs
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated financial and record keeping skills
- Hygienic housekeeping and home safety skills
- High degree of skill in demonstrating and promoting positive team building and interpersonal relationships
- Skill in defusing tense and sometimes dangerous situations
- Skill in providing a climate where consumers will be self motivated, empowered and positively encouraged
- Successful completion of Basic Skills Training
To adequately perform the duties of this position the incumbent will have completed a post secondary program in practical nursing and be registered to practice in Alberta.
EXPERIENCE:
The skills and knowledge listed above will likely have been gained through a minimum of two (2) years of directly related experience.
Note: Some equivalency of experience and/or education may be accepted.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:- Excellent physical condition as confirmed by a medical examination
- Clean criminal record or one that is acceptable to the Executive Director
- Valid Class 5 Driver�s Licence
- Valid Class 4 Driver�s Licence may be required
- Valid First Aid Certificate
- Valid CPR Certificate
- CWIS
- Additional training may be required
