Licensed Practical Nurse

Prairie Mountain Health; Manitoba; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Mountain Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care in accordance with established standards, policies and CLPNM guidelines. The LPN will work within the Transitional unit and be accountable to the PMH scope of practice.

This role requires active Manitoba licensure or eligibility and valid BCLS training. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently within an interdisciplinary

Qualifications

• Active practicing licensure with CLPNM or eligible for licensure in Manitoba
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Training
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and internet applications
• Demonstrated organizational and independent working abilities
• Strong problem solving and decision making skills
• Flexibility to adapt to changes in techniques and procedures
• Knowledge of LPN skills and scope of practice
• Effective communication and confidentiality
• Ability to perform duties regularly and respectfully with diverse populations
• Ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary team and maintain positive relationships

Responsibilities

• Practice within the LPN scope of practice and PMH policies
• Maintain required competencies for the position
• Perform duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Adhere to ethical standards and applicable legislation

Skills

Active licensure (LPN)

BCLS Training

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Dependability

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Department / Unit: Transitional

Job Stream: Clinical

Union : MNU

FTE: 0.70

Anticipated Shift: Days; Nights

Daily Hours Worked: 11.625

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

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

Applicants already employed with Prairie Mountain Health may be considered for this position before other applicants.

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.