Are you interested in joining our enthusiastic team?
Dykeland Lodge is a home-like long term care facility located in beautiful Windsor, Nova Scotia. We are committed to adding life to years by providing quality, compassionate, resident-centered care by a dedicated, competent and valued team.
Care Approach:
- We believe in a resident focused model of care
- We recognize the importance of providing a safe and supportive environment
- We ensure that staff are equipped and striving to put the residents at the center of their care
- We aim to maximize resident independence and abilities while providing quality, compassionate, holistic care
- We recognize and respect privacy and confidentiality
We are currently recruiting for the following positions:
Registered Nurse – Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team under the direct supervision of a Unit Manager or Director of Care to meet resident’s care needs
Education Required:
- Successful completion of a BSN course
- Standard First Aid or Basic Life Support- CPR/Choking Adult
- Recognized Pharmacology Course and experience in the administration of medications
- Current registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Nova Scotia
- Alzheimer's Disease Course preferred
Licensed Practical Nurse – Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or a Unit Manager to meet resident’s care needs
Education Required:
- Successful completion of a recognized LPN course or an RN degree
- Standard First Aid or Basic Life Support- CPR/Choking Adult
- Recognized Pharmacology Course and experience in the administration of medications
- Current registration with the NSCN
- Alzheimer's Disease Course preferred
Continuing Care Assistant – Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, CCA assists all residents in accordance to their care plans and activities of daily living
Education Preferred:
- Successful completion of CCA/PCW course
- Standard First Aid or Basic Life Support- CPR/Choking Adult
- Experience in long term care or similar environment is considered an asset
- Alzheimer's Disease Course preferred
- Will hire PCW working towards CCA Certification once Clinical Placement has begun
- Will accept RN, LPN and CCA students
Competencies for all roles:
- RNs will work within the CRNNS Scope of Practice
- LPNs will work within the NSCN Scope of Practice
- CCAs will work within their Scope of Practice
- Ability to work 8-hr and/or 12-hr shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays included)
- Personal care of residents, including restorative care and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Effective communication both written and verbal in English
- Possesses exemplary Customer Service skills
- Reliable with good attendance and cheerful disposition
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy in all aspects of the organization
- Must take initiative and able to work with minimum supervision
- Respectful and hardworking team player
- Demonstrate the use of proper body mechanics
- Maintain a clean and sanitary environment
- Police check and Vulnerable Sector Screening Request in the last 3 months is required
What We Offer YOU:
- Comprehensive Package for qualified offers (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Comprehensive Orientation
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- A supportive work environment
- "Kudos" Internal Recognition Program
- Employee Recognition Gathering (BBQ, Christmas Party, Potlucks)
- Reduced pricing for meals from our kitchen
- Free parking
- Free access to current e-learning through SURGE as well as opportunities to take part in job related training and development
- Join us now and move with us to our brand-new, world class facility, set to open Spring 2027!
Applicants must be a Canadian Citizen or have the proper documentation that allows employment in Canada (valid Work Permit or Permanent Residency)
Dykeland Lodge is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
Compensation varies according to role.
Pay: $22.23-$37.27 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
