Licensed Practical Nurse - Cardiology Input Unit - 5A/6A/PRU

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Winnipeg is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join their cardiology unit. The ideal candidate will hold an approved LPN education, possess relevant experience, and meet registration requirements. This full-time position involves working day and night shifts, providing patient care, and participating in team-based healthcare delivery. Applicants with a commitment to diversity and inclusion are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• One year recent acute medicine, cardiology or surgical nursing experience preferred.
• Current College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba registration required.
• Certification in IV Therapy and IV Medication Administration required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients within the cardiology unit.
• Participate in team-based healthcare delivery.
• Assist with patient assessments and care planning.

Skills

Knowledge of nursing care related to clinical area

Ability to prioritize patient care

Effective oral and written communication skills

Critical thinking/problem-solving skills

Proficient with computers and software like Windows

Education

Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing education program

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Licensed Practical Nurse - Cardiology Input Unit - 5A/6A/PRU

Requisition ID: 385932

Position Number: 20067998

Posting End Date: August 7, 2025

City: Winnipeg

Department / Unit: CARDIOLOGY INPT 5A/6A - 1

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MNU

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days;Nights

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 11.63

Annual Base Hours: 2015

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Position Overview

Experience

• One (1) year recent acute medicine, cardiology or surgical nursing experience preferred.
• Nurses currently working on the unit will be deemed qualified.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing education program required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM) registration required.
• Certification in IV Therapy and IV Medication Administration required.
• Successful scheduled and completion of the Advanced Assessment Course when the opportunity to take the course is scheduled by the employer, or as otherwise mutually agreed to between the nurse and employer.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with Employer policy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of:
  • Regional/Facility/Unit policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
  • Nursing care knowledge related to clinical area.
  • Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Protection of Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act, Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS), Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions) and other legislated acts.
  • Roles and responsibilities of members of the healthcare team.
  • Principles of delegation.
• Ability to prioritize care for an individual patient or group of patients.
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to perform independently and as a member of the health care team.
  Ability to function in a variety of demanding and stressful situations.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates critical thinking/problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
• Proficient with computers, software programs, and applications such as Windows and Word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

St. Boniface Hospital is committed to empowering a workforce that welcomes and celebrates diversity by fostering culturally safe places for all employees. We strive to celebrate our diverse workforce and the outstanding work we do every day.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.

Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.

Wewelcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.