Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Care Direct Service Nurse - Point Douglas

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 34,573 - 43,534; Full time

Job summary

The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA) is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide professional nursing services to designated clients in various community settings including homes, schools, and clinics. Candidates should have a degree in practical nursing, CPR training, and must maintain active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba.

This position offers a salary range of $34,573 to $43,534 annually based on experience. A valid Manitoba Class 5 driver's license and the ability to work under various environmental conditions are also required.

Qualifications

• Must maintain active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba.
• CPR training required per employer policy.
• Satisfactory employment record needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional practical nursing services to designated clients.
• Administer prescribed medical treatments and collaborate with the health care team.
• Participate in the coordination of client care and discharge.

Skills

Knowledge of health care policies and procedures

Effective oral and written communication

Ability to delegate and monitor care outcomes

Education

Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing Education program

Additional Wound Care & Diabetes course

Tools

Valid Manitoba Class 5 driver's license

Job description

Salary: $34,573 – $43,534 annually based on experience and additional criteria. (Effective April 1, 2025 – March 31 2027.)

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Manager Health Services, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional practical nursing services to designated clients, including independent nursing services, administration of prescribed medical treatments, collaboration within the health care team, and participation in the coordination of client care and discharge. Services are delivered in home, school, place of business, or clinic settings.

Experience

• 2 years of recent related experience preferred.
• Satisfactory employment record required.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing Education program required.
• Additional Wound Care & Diabetes course preferred.

Certification / Licensure / Registration

• Maintain active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM).
• CPR training required per employer policy.
• Valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s license required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of:
  • College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice.
  • College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba Code of Ethics.
  • Licensed Practical Nurses Act scope of practice.
  • Regional, facility, unit policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
  • Nursing care knowledge related to community nursing.
  • Personal Health Information Act, Protection of Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act, WHMIS, Principles of Routine Practices, and other legislated acts.
  • Roles and responsibilities of health care team members.
  • Principles of delegation/assignment.
  • Principles of adult learning and teaching strategies.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to delegate and assign care appropriately and monitor outcomes.

Physical Requirements

• Moderate to heavy physical effort required.
• Physically able to provide service in a wide variety of community settings under varying weather and environmental conditions.
• Use of reliable motor vehicle suitable for all environmental conditions.
• Subject to immunization and tuberculin testing per WRHA policy.

Security and Background Check

A current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check, and Adult Abuse Registry Check are required as conditions of employment.

EEO Statement

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process. Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.