Pediatric LPN - full time position
Description
We are seeking a female LPN for my 6-year-old daughter, this position involves both working in our home and attending school. She has a tracheostomy breathing tube and a g-tube. Must be willing to be hired by Edmonton Public School Board.
Employment would start within the first 2 weeks of May (specific date undetermined due to maternity leave). The shifts would be FULLTIME day shifts. 10 hours per day, 7:00am-5:00pm. This is a ONE YEAR position covering a maternity leave. Location is Edmonton West. If the successful candidate is available earlier, child-specific training could begin in April on more of a casual basis until current LPN is off.
Reliable source of transportation (cancelling due to weather or lack of vehicle/ride will not be tolerated, taxi/uber would be expected if you can’t make your own transportation work), proof of LPN license, criminal record check and vulnerable persons checks are all mandatory.
Duties include trach suctioning, trach care, trach changes, g-tube flushes, medication administration, supporting all aspects of her education as you are not only her LPN, but also her EA at school, the successful candidate needs to be socially engaged, playful and fun. You’ll need skills in monitoring for medical emergencies both at home and school, watching for signs of distress and signs of aspiration as she is a significant aspiration risk and respond to those emergencies appropriately. Some training will be provided but the natural instincts to kick into problem solving mode is critical.
Hourly rate is $35-$40 per hour, depending on experience.
Proof of LPN is required. Up to date CPR and First Aid required. Bedside/child specific training will be provided.
Please email resume to rsawatzky24@gmail.com
- Job type: Full-Time
- Company: Kijiji
jobs | healthcare
2023-03-29