Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Family Medicine

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their Family Medicine unit. This role involves delivering comprehensive nursing care, administering prescribed treatments, and collaborating with a dedicated healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of nursing standards and demonstrate effective communication and critical thinking skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the health and well-being of the community, with a focus on equitable healthcare delivery. Join a team committed to excellence in patient care and make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing Education program required.
• Knowledge of nursing care standards and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing services to patients, including medication administration.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team and coordinate patient care.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication

Critical thinking/problem-solving

Ability to prioritize care

Ability to delegate care

Knowledge of nursing care standards

Knowledge of Indigenous customs

Education

Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing Education program

Tools

Windows

Word processing software

Spreadsheets

Databases

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Family Medicine

Requisition ID: 379815

Position Number: 20084726

Posting End Date: April 30, 2025

City: Winnipeg

Department / Unit: Family Medicine 3U1-3

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MNU

Anticipated Start Date: 06/02/2025

FTE: 0.80

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 12.25

Annual Base Hours: 2015

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Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Manager of Patient Care, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing professional practical nursing services to designated patients, including independent nursing services, administration of prescribed medical treatments, collaboration and interaction within the healthcare team and participation in the coordination of patient care and discharge. Demonstrates a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of the region/facility/unit.

Experience

• Recent, related experience in the applicable clinical area may be required, or preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

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

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Certification in IV Therapy; IV Medication Administration.
• Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM).
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of:
  • College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Licensed Practical Nurses.
  • College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba Code of Ethics for Licensed Practical Nurses.
  • Scope of practice as documented in the Licensed Practical Nurses Act.
  • Regional/Facility/Unit policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
  • Nursing care knowledge related to the 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.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
• Demonstrated critical thinking/problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize care for an individual patient or group of patients.
• Ability to delegate care appropriately and monitor outcomes of delegated care.
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
• Ability to perform independently and as a member of the healthcare team.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment.
• Proficient with computers, software programs, and applications such as Windows and Word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Physical Requirements

• Moderate to heavy physical effort required.
• Rotating shifts and weekends may be required.

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.

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