Licensed Practical Nurse

Job summary

Provide nursing care, monitor residents’ health, administer medications and treatments, and document care in accordance with professional standards and applicable requirements. Support residents and families, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, guide care staff, and contribute to quality improvement and a respectful environment.

Job details

Full time, part time, casual roles available days and evenings for new opening. Max 24 residents per nurse. Portability hours accepted. Hourly rate - $33.50 - $42.42 The Opportunity: Are you passionate about delivering exceptional care and building meaningful relationships with older adults? As a Licensed Practical Nurse at Chartwell, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of our residents. Your clinical expertise, empathy, and commitment to a positive resident experience will help create a safe, welcoming environment where residents feel supported, valued, and cared for every day. What You’ll Do * Provide professional nursing care in accordance with the provincial College of Nurses standards, legislative requirements, and Chartwell policies * Monitor residents’ health status, administer medications and treatments, and accurately document care * Welcome and assist residents and their families during move-in, making sure they feel comfortable and supported * Respond to resident or family concerns promptly, taking appropriate action or escalating as needed * Collaborate with physicians, allied health professionals, and the interdisciplinary team to deliver coordinated care * Provide leadership and guidance to personal support workers and other care staff * Participate in team meetings, care conferences, and continuous quality improvement initiatives * Promote a positive, respectful, and inclusive environment for residents, visitors, and staff What You’ll Bring * Current registration and in good standing with the College of Nurses * Current First Aid and CPR certification * Experience working in a care, retirement, or healthcare setting (an asset) * Strong assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills * Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to engage with residents, families, and colleagues * A passion for delivering person-centered care and enhancing the resident experience What We Offer * A safe, inclusive workplace where you’re supported and appreciated * Competitive compensation and benefits * Opportunities for leadership development and career growth * A warm, welcoming culture inspired by our vision of making people’s lives better, driven by our mission to create happy, healthy, and meaningful lives for our residents Additional Requirements * Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required * Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening required * Physical ability to assist residents and perform tasks involving standing, bending, lifting, pushing, and pulling * Preparedness to respond to emergency situations quickly and effectively * Clear Criminal Background Check, VSS and TB Test where required At Chartwell, we’re all about Making People’s Lives BETTER: the lives of our residents and their families, and the lives of our employees. Join an exceptional group of diverse, inspiring, and caring people who are empowered to provide personalized, human experiences for our residents and staff through the connections they make every day within our communities. Chartwell’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity is a commitment to hiring people whose skills and abilities contribute the most to the success of the organization and who reflect the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from a wide range of qualified candidates, including people with disabilities. If you have questions or require assistance with the application process, please email accessibility@chartwell.com or call 1-888-663-6448. Chartwell may use artificial intelligence to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Provide nursing care, monitor residents’ health, administer medications and treatments, and document care in accordance with professional standards and applicable requirements. Support residents and families, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, guide care staff, and contribute to quality improvement and a respectful environment.

Requirements

Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses and current First Aid and CPR certification are required; experience in a care, retirement, or healthcare setting is an asset. Candidates must be able to work flexible hours, meet screening requirements, assist residents with physical tasks, and respond effectively to emergencies.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Benefits
• Leadership Development Opportunities
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Inclusive Workplace

Listed skills

• Care Documentation · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Team Collaboration · Preferred
• Staff Leadership · Preferred
• Quality Improvement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Professional Nursing Care
• Health Assessment
• Medication Administration
• Care Documentation
• Critical Thinking
• Problem-Solving
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Person-Centered Care
• Resident and Family Support
• Team Collaboration
• Staff Leadership
• Emergency Response
• Quality Improvement
• Problem Solving
• Leadership
• Integrated Care
• Nursing Care
• Leadership Development
• Empathy
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Registration
• Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Workplace Inclusivity
• First Aid Certification

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership
• Licensed Practical Nurse
• Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse
• Nursing Associate Professionals
• Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

More jobs from Chartwell Retirement Residences