licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)

Government of Canada; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental health agency in Winnipeg seeks a qualified nurse to provide patient care in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must have a college diploma in practical nursing and 2-3 years of experience. The role includes administering medication, conducting assessments, and providing health education. Compliance with safety checks is mandatory, and there are no remote work options available.

Benefits

Health care plan

Group insurance benefits

Free parking available

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Qualifications

• 2 years of nursing experience required.
• Eligible for professional liability insurance.
• Criminal record and child abuse checks are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatment as necessary.
• Conduct specimen collection and record observations.
• Provide nursing services based on patient assessments.

Skills

Medication administration

Aseptic techniques

Vital signs monitoring

Patient health education

Education

College or diploma in practical nursing

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Practical nursing, vocational nursing and nursing assistants, other

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Physician's office
• Private clinic

Responsibilities Tasks

• Administer medications
• Apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing
• Conduct specimen collection
• Ensure infection control
• Observe and record medication’s therapeutic and side effects
• Record medication’s therapeutic and side effects observations in patient files
• Take vital signs
• Provide safety and health education to individuals and their families
• Provide nursing services, within defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures
• Monitor patients' progress, evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and consult with appropriate members of healthcare team

Experience and specialization Area of work experience

• Health promotion

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Child Abuse Registry check
• Eligible for professional liability insurance
• Adult Abuse Registry check
• Vulnerable sector check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Benefits Health benefits

• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available