Breton Ability Centre is a leading employer in services and supports for people of varying abilities. As a significant employer in the Cape Breton area, we believe in creating an innovative environment which promotes teamwork, learning, wellness and safety as enrich the lives of the people we support. We are currently seeking enthusiastic Licensed Practical Nurses for casual employment.
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides supports and services to individuals with disabilities and their families. As a member of the multidisciplinary team, the LPN assumes a leadership role in providing support, advocacy to individuals and being involved in planning, implementing and evaluating programs to assist in promoting social, educational, vocational, personal and healthy development of individuals.
1. Must hold a valid Nova Scotia LPN License.
2. Must have excellent work and attendance record.
3. Must have excellent interpersonal communication skills.
4. Must be current in all mandatory education. i.e. CPR, First Aid, low arousal, Emergency Plan and WHMIS.
5. Must be comfortable working in a team environment and actively contributing to a multidisciplinary team.
6. Must be committed to the development of individuals with disabilities and fostering opportunities for independence for each person.
7. Must be committed to influencing change and enabling innovation and creativity.
8. Must have excellent problem-solving skills, is an excellent communicator and take the initiative to address issues and concerns with the direct Supervisor, as they arise.
9. Must be committed to continuous learning and quality improvement.
10. Commitment to supporting individuals with disabilities within a Social Model based on the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Breton Ability Centre 25 Inclusion Drive, Sydney River, NS Sydney, Nova Scotia B1S 0H3
Stephen Murray hr@cb-bac.ca Preferred Contact: Email