LPN

Job summary

The LPN will administer insulin injections to clients in their homes while monitoring health status and documenting clinical observations. They are responsible for maintaining professional relationships with clients and families while adhering to safety and infection control standards.

Job details

Bayshore HealthCare is one of Canada's leading providers of home and community health care services and is a Canadian-owned company. With locations across the country, including more than 80 home care offices, 11 pharmacies, and over 100 community care clinics, Bayshore has more than 18,000 staff members and provides care to over 350,000 clients annually. We are currently seeking a casual Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support a client requiring insulin administration in the community. This role is ideal for a compassionate and reliable nurse who enjoys providing one-on-one client care and promoting health, safety, and independence in a home setting. Please note: This casual position is intended to support a current client need for insulin injections. The successful candidate will provide safe, professional nursing care while building respectful, therapeutic relationships with clients and their families. They will exercise sound clinical judgment, maintain accurate documentation, and uphold Bayshore's commitment to exceptional care and service. Key Responsibilities • Administer insulin injections in accordance with physician orders, care plans, and professional nursing standards. • Assess and monitor clients for changes in health status and respond appropriately to client needs. • Observe, document, and report any concerns, changes in condition, or adverse reactions. • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation. • Communicate effectively with clients, families, and interdisciplinary team members. • Promote client safety, dignity, independence, and quality of life. • Adhere to all Bayshore policies, procedures, infection prevention and control practices, and professional standards of practice. • Maintain client confidentiality and professional boundaries at all times. Education • Graduate of an approved Practical Nursing program. • Current registration and good standing with the applicable provincial regulatory body. • Current CPR/BLS certification. Experience & Qualifications • Previous community nursing, home care, or clinical nursing experience is considered an asset. • Experience administering insulin injections and managing diabetic care is preferred. • Strong assessment, communication, and clinical decision-making skills. • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. • Strong organizational and documentation skills. • Demonstrated ability to develop positive and respectful relationships with clients and families. • Reliable, dependable, and committed to providing exceptional client care. Additional Requirements • Availability to work Thursday through Sunday between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM. • Reliable transportation to travel to client homes as required. • Current driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle are considered strong assets. • Ability to successfully complete all required onboarding and credentialing requirements. • Willingness to comply with Bayshore's health and safety policies and any applicable provincial requirements. Why Join Bayshore? At Bayshore HealthCare, we are committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation practices. Base salary offered within an established range is determined using clearly defined criteria, including skills, experience, and overall organizational impact. All offers are thoughtfully aligned with internal equity and external market competitiveness. Our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion standards shape our vision of being the difference in the lives of those we care for, collaborate with, and support within our communities. We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging, one where individual differences are embraced and celebrated, and where programs, resources, and policies are designed to support each person's purpose, potential, and well-being. Lastly, at Bayshore, we are equally committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace and operate in full compliance with all provincial and territorial Human Rights and accessibility legislation. To ensure an inclusive recruitment and selection process, candidates are encouraged to share any accommodation needs they may have. Make a Meaningful Difference Join Bayshore and help clients manage their health safely and confidently while making a meaningful impact through personalized nursing care in the community.

What you’ll do

The LPN will administer insulin injections to clients in their homes while monitoring health status and documenting clinical observations. They are responsible for maintaining professional relationships with clients and families while adhering to safety and infection control standards.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an approved Practical Nursing program and hold current registration with the provincial regulatory body. A current CPR/BLS certification and reliable transportation for home visits are also required.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Infection Prevention · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Insulin administration
• Clinical documentation
• Patient assessment
• Nursing care
• Communication
• Clinical decision-making
• Infection prevention
• Professional boundaries
• Time management
• Organizational skills
• Decision Making
• Home Health Care
• Valid Driver's License
• Nursing
• Nursing Care
• Compassion
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Clinical Documentation
• Computerized Physician Order Entry
• Infection Control
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Community Health
• Registration
• Clinical Nursing
• Intravenous Therapy
• Client Confidentiality
• Nursing Home Care

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Licensed Practical Nurse
• Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse
• Nursing Associate Professionals
• Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

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