Licensed Practical Nurse

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Brandon; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care within Acute Medicine units in Manitoba. The LPN will practice within the CLPNM scope, uphold professional ethics, and participate in an interdisciplinary team to deliver safe patient care.

Registration with CLPNM and BCLS certification are required, with familiarity in Microsoft Office and clinical documentation.

Qualifications

• Active practicing licensure with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM), or eligible for active licensure.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Training as delineated in Prairie Mountain Health policy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Internet applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in accordance with standards and scope of practice.
• Adapt care plans within professional guidelines and a changing environment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to maintain high quality patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Cultural competency

Teamwork

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Manitoba

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

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Department / Unit: Acute - 400/500 Medicine

Job Stream: Clinical

Union : MNU

FTE: .70

Anticipated Shift: Days; Nights

Daily Hours Worked: 11.625 Relief Position

Salary: As per collective agreement

POSITION SUMMARY

Consistent with the vision, mission and values of the Prairie Mountain Health sites, and affiliate sites, the Licensed Practical Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care to patients/residents/clients in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. Licensed Practical Nurses recognize and fulfill their Professional responsibilities by practicing within the scope of practice of the Licensed Practical Nurses Act, the approved College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM) Scope of Practice and Entry‑Level Competencies, provincial and federal legislation and within the guidelines of professional ethics.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Active practicing licensure with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM), or eligible for active practicing licensure with the (CLPNM)
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Training as delineated in Prairie Mountain Health Policy PPG-00002 CPR Training
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work independently
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills
• Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures in a changing environment
• Demonstrated knowledge and competence of skills and concepts related to the position
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
• Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis
• Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
• Ability to work effectively and maintain positive working relationships with co‑workers, clients and within interdisciplinary team
• Satisfactory employment record required

OVERVIEW

The LPN is required to practice in accordance with the following to their level of scope of practice, expertise, training and experience.

• The Licensed Practical Nurses Act of Manitoba
• The CLPNM Standards of Practice
• The CLPNM Code of Ethics

The Scope of Practice Entry Level Competencies

Obtain and maintains the relevant competencies for the position as offered by PMH. Other duties as assigned.

This position is subject to a Criminal Records Check (including vulnerable sector), Adult Abuse Registry Check, and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any services charges incurred.

PMH has an Indigenous Human Resource Initiative and is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to voluntarily self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter and/or within their application form.

We thank all applicants that apply but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.