Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Nursing Staff

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Manitoba is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide in-person nursing care. The role requires recent clinical experience and certifications in various nursing practices. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Evening shifts are anticipated, and candidates must maintain registration with the appropriate nursing authority.

Benefits

Potential for an annual full-time incentive of up to $2,000

Accommodations available for candidates with disabilities

Qualifications

• Recent, related, experience in the applicable clinical area may be required, or preferred.
• Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients in the clinical area.
• Maintain records and collaborate with healthcare team.

Skills

Excellent command of the English language

Ability to work in a computerized environment

Demonstrates critical thinking/problem-solving skills

Ability to delegate care appropriately

Education

Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing education program

Certification in Physical Assessment

Certification in Intramuscular Injection and Urinary Catheterization

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Nursing Staff

Requisition ID: 385544

Position Number: 20055135

Posting End Date: August 1, 2025

City: Winnipeg

Employer: Winnipeg Regional Health Authority

Department / Unit: Nursing Staff - RPG

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MNU

Anticipated Start Date: 08/01/2025

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Evenings

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Grow your career in the Winnipeg Health Region! Our team provides a spectrum of health care services through an integrated network of sites, services and organizations. We’re united by a shared commitment to excellent and equitable health care.

The successful applicant may be eligible for an annual full-time incentive of up to $2,000 each year until 2025 as per MOU #31 of the current MNU collective agreement.

Position Overview

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 in Physical Assessment.
• Certification in Intramuscular Injection and Urinary Catheterization.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM).
• Current CPR at the Targeted Responder Level is required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge:
  • 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 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 health care team.
  • Principles of delegation.
• Excellent command of the English language (both oral and written) required.
• Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
• Ability to work in a computerized environment.
• Ability to function in the MDS and Care Organizer programs.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates critical thinking/problem-solving skills.
• Ability to delegate care appropriately and monitor outcomes of delegated care.
• Ability to prioritize care for an individual resident or group of residents.
• 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 health care team.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment.

Physical Requirements

• Moderate to heavy physical effort 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.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services.

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.