Licensed Practical Nurse

Job summary

See if you are our next: LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (INTRAOCULAR PROCEDURES) | Halifax, NS Working for LASIK MD (an affiliated entity of Vision Group) is to help improve people's eyesight. It is having the feeling of a mission accomplished and a job well done. It is seeing happiness in the eyes of patients and realizing that you have changed the way they see life. All of this can be achieved while having the opportunity to build a stable and rewarding career that meets your full potential. Join our team, where our Great Place to Work® certification represents our commitment to creating a suppor…

Job details

See if you are our next: LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (INTRAOCULAR PROCEDURES) | Halifax, NS Working for LASIK MD (an affiliated entity of Vision Group) is to help improve people's eyesight. It is having the feeling of a mission accomplished and a job well done. It is seeing happiness in the eyes of patients and realizing that you have changed the way they see life. All of this can be achieved while having the opportunity to build a stable and rewarding career that meets your full potential. Join our team, where our Great Place to Work® certification represents our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive culture for every member of our organization. A look at your benefits You have a permanent part-time position (varying 3 to 8 shifts p/month). You benefit from a free LASIK surgery, 3 weeks of vacation, 3 sick days, 1 floater & 1 wellness day. You benefit from an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & RRSP match. You work with experts in Ophthalmology and you can count yourself as a team member of one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Your tasks at a glance You prepare patients for surgery. You provide excellent patient care in the recovery area. You maintain the crash cart and emergency supplies. You assist the surgeon and the surgical team with patient flow. You update medical records in our EMR systems. You support the organization’s Risk Management program by identifying and promptly reporting patient safety concerns, incidents, or potential risks to clinic management, to assist in the organization’s overall efforts to identify, report, and mitigate risks. A clear view of your assets You are a Licensed Practical Nurse registered with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing. You have a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Your experience in the field of ophthalmology and/or optometry is considered an asset. You have the ability to relate to others and quickly establish a climate of trust. You have a definite interest in the field of health and high-tech devices. You thrive in a dynamic environment and when working in a team. You are meticulous, precise, rigorous, patient and focused, no detail can escape you. Schedule: You have flexible work availability from Monday to Friday, between the hours of 7:00 am - 4:00 pm (some flexibility required on busier surgery days), for approx. 3 to 8 shifts p/month. Address: 6960 Mumford Rd, #235, Halifax, NS B3L 4P1 From our point of view If you think you are the right candidate for this position and are ready to join a passionate and dedicated team, apply now.

What you’ll do

The role involves preparing patients for intraocular surgery and providing care in the recovery area. Responsibilities also include maintaining emergency supplies, updating EMR systems, and reporting patient safety risks.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Licensed Practical Nurse registered with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing and hold a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Experience in ophthalmology or optometry is considered an asset.

Benefits

• Free LASIK Surgery • 3 Weeks Of Vacation • 3 Sick Days • 1 Floater Day • 1 Wellness Day • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • RRSP Match

Listed skills

• Dedicated · Preferred
• Clinical care · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• Flexible · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Patient Care
• Surgical Assistance
• Medical Record Management
• Risk Management
• Patient Flow Coordination
• Emergency Supply Maintenance
• Ophthalmology
• Optometry