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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Acute Medical Unit 2B, Yarmouth Regional Hospital
Location:
Yarmouth Regional Hospital, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia
Shifts:
11.25-hour shifts
Contract Duration: 8 weeks (with potential for extension)
Pay Rate: $60 per hour
Accommodations Provided
Position Overview
Tahir Medix Staffing is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support the Acute Medical Unit 2B at Yarmouth Regional Hospital . This role involves providing patient-centered care for individuals with defined health challenges and predictable outcomes, while collaborating closely with RNs and other healthcare team members.
Hospital Overview
Yarmouth Regional Hospital provides comprehensive acute care services in southwestern Nova Scotia.
The Acute Medical Unit 2B serves a diverse patient population, including those with complex medical needs and chronic conditions.
Key Responsibilities
Provide nursing care within the LPN scope of practice for patients with defined health challenges and predictable outcomes.
Deliver nursing interventions under RN supervision when patient conditions become more complex or unpredictable.
Administer medications and perform interventions approved for LPNs within the designated practice area .
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
Comply with documentation processes at Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) sites .
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic and patient-centered care .
IV Initiation and Medication Administration
IV initiation and IV medication administration are now entry-level competencies in the LPN curriculum.
These skills are not practiced in all units —LPNs must confirm approval with the Charge Nurse before performing these procedures.
Certain medications may be restricted to RN administration only.
Qualifications
Active LPN License in Nova Scotia
Minimum one year of recent experience in an acute medical unit or similar setting
Mandatory certification: BLS
Strong clinical judgment and ability to work within a team environment
Experience in acute care or chronic illness management is an asset
What We Offer
Competitive pay
Accommodations provided
Flexible scheduling and a supportive healthcare team
Opportunities for career growth in travel nursing
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