Licensed Practical Nurse
An essential person in the chain of care for the patient, the nursing assistant works closely with specialists and nurses to ensure the patient's well-being.
Employment outlook
Excellent
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Prerequisits
High school graduate
English - CLB 8 level required
Criminal Record Check
Police information check
Current vaccinations
High school graduate
Criminal Record Check
Police information check
Current vaccinations
High school graduate
CASPer test (non-academic)
Daily tasks
- Take charge of the patient during his admission and his presence in the establishment
- Monitor the patient's health status such as blood pressure, pulse, breathing, etc...
- Administering medications and performing various treatments to assist patients
- Inform families about the patient's situation and future care
- Collaborate with other health care professionals to ensure patient care
Required skills
- Be able to react quickly and effectively in an emergency
- Be respectful and keep professional secrecy
- Enjoy working with the public
- Good listening skills and communicate easily
- Love physical work and handling of instruments
- Love teamwork and interdisciplinary
Salary
$24,55 / hour *
Annual salary at 40h per week: $51 064
Min hourly rate: $19,85 / h ($41 288)
Max hourly rate: $26,00 / h ($54 080)
* Median rate according to Statistics Canada
Work locations
- Doctor's offices
- Hospital center
- Long-term care facilities
- Private clinic
- Self-employed
Training institutions
Available scholarships in Nova Scotia
Type of diploma obtained
College diploma
Years of study: 3