MacLeod Cares Paradise Villa is a 78-bed Special Care and Memory Care community located in Fredericton, New Brunswick, where we provide compassionate, person-centered care across multiple levels of support in a welcoming environment.Operating under MacLeod Group Health Services Limited (MGHSL), we are committed to creating a positive, supportive workplace where team members grow, lead, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of Residents and their families.

The Licensed Practical Nurse Care Manager (LPN-CM) is the primary onsite licensed leader responsible for coordinating and supporting the delivery of resident care in accordance with the ANBLPN Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics, and New Brunswick Social Development Guidelines. The LPN-CM provides clinical oversight within the LPN scope, supervises unregulated care providers, ensures safe and evidence-informed practice, maintains accurate documentation, and promotes respectful, resident-centered care.

The role requires strong leadership, sound clinical judgment, and effective communication with residents, families, interdisciplinary partners, and the management team.

Core Competencies

• Effective verbal and written communication
• Strong organization and prioritization
• Dependable, professional conduct
• Infection prevention and control awareness
• Confidentiality and ethical practice
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Leadership, coaching, and problem-solving
• Team-oriented and collaborative
• Empathy, compassion, and respect

Job Accountabilities

The LPN-CM provides clinical leadership and coordination while practicing within the LPN scope as defined by ANBLPN. Responsibilities include directing care delivery, supporting staff, facilitating communication, and ensuring regulatory, professional, and organizational compliance.

Care Planning:

• Develop, review, and update individualized care plans in collaboration with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Conduct assessments within LPN scope, identify changes in condition, and communicate promptly with the physician, Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Extra-Mural as required. Complete accurate documentation during admissions, transfers, discharges, and status changes.
• Monitor and document activities of daily living (ADL), behaviors, risks, and overall health status, ensuring care plans reflect current needs.
• Implement interdisciplinary recommendations and ensure care tasks are completed by staff.
• Conduct daily rounds to monitor resident well-being, support staff, review care delivery, and identify follow-up actions.
• Participate in on-call responsibilities and respond to after-hours concerns within scope.

Education:

• Maintain and update professional knowledge through ongoing education.
• Deliver or coordinate staff education, including orientation, safe handling, dementia care, infection control, and updated protocols.
• Liaise with internal and external educators to ensure staff meet mandatory training requirements.
• Facilitate regular staff meetings to communicate expectations, review clinical issues, share updates, and reinforce best practices.
• Support a positive, collaborative environment through team building and coaching.

Leadership & Management:

• Provide daily onsite leadership as the sole licensed professional, ensuring safe practice, appropriate delegation, and clear communication.
• Supervise unregulated care providers, ensuring tasks are completed in accordance with care plans and standards.
• Address staff concerns, performance issues, or workflow challenges in collaboration with the Director of Operations.
• Accountable for oversight of staff scheduling to ensure that staffed hours meet resident care needs and licensing requirements.
• Promote resident dignity, privacy, autonomy, and confidentiality in all interactions.
• Assist with transporting and transferring residents to appointments, as needed.

Quality Assurance:

• Monitor care delivery to ensure it meets resident needs, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure safe medication administration practices within LPN scope and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Review incidents, changes in condition, and safety events to support timely follow-up and corrective actions.
• Identify equipment issues, environmental hazards, or safety risks and report them promptly for corrective action.
• Ensure documentation—including progress notes, incident reports, and audits—is accurate, complete, and timely.

Employee & Management Support:

• Maintain open, respectful communication with residents and families; respond to concerns promptly and professionally.
• Advocate for resident needs and support family understanding of care plans and changes in status.
• Facilitate communication between families and the management team as needed.
• Support the Director of Operations through effective communication, coordination, and teamwork across departments.
• Ensure staff adherence to health, safety, and infection control procedures.

Qualifications and Certifications

• Successful completion of a recognized Practical Nursing Program
• Active registration with the Association of New Brunswick Licensed Practical Nurses (ANBLPN)
• 3–5 years of LPN experience in care coordination or long-term care
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Experience with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias
• Back in Form or equivalent safe-handling certification
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Strong leadership, communication, and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to function independently as the sole onsite licensed professional
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems
• Valid driver’s license

Work Conditions

• Sitting or standing for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
• Able to attend and conduct presentations.

What We Offer:

• Competitive wages and benefits package
• Ongoing education, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities
• A supportive, inclusive, and team-oriented workplace culture
• Comprehensive Occupational Health & Safety training and resources to ensure you can work with confidence and care – your safety is our priority
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Residents and families every day

Safety is a shared responsibility. We are looking for candidates who value a culture of care, accountability, and proactive health and safety practices.

MacLeod Cares is committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage everyone to apply.

Please note, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Great people are the foundation of our success!