Licensed Practical Nurse

Prairie Mountain Health; Dauphin; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Mountain Health in Dauphin, Manitoba is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care in line with established standards and ethical guidelines. Candidates must hold an active practicing licensure with the CLPNM and show proficiency in key skills including problem solving, communication, and use of Microsoft programs. The role emphasizes independent work, organizational abilities, and respect for a culturally diverse population. A BCLS certification and one year of acute care experience are required.

Qualifications

• Active practicing licensure with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM), or eligible for licensure.
• One year equivalent full-time experience in acute care as a Licensed Practical Nurse within the last three years.
• Satisfactory employment record required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients/residents/clients.
• Practice in accordance with the Licensed Practical Nurses Act of Manitoba.
• Obtain and maintain relevant competencies for the position.

Skills

Problem solving skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft programs

Ability to work independently

Flexibility

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse licensure

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Training

Job description

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
• One (1) year equivalent full-time experience in acute care as a Licensed Practical Nurse within the last three (3) years
• 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

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 maintain the relevant competencies for the position as offered by PMH.
• Other duties as assigned.