Licensed Practical Nurse - Obstetrics - Repost

Southern Health-Santé Sud; Winkler; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Manitoba is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide patient care across multiple settings including Acute and Home Care. The ideal candidate will have current registration, relevant certifications, and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills. This role requires commitment to ongoing education and adherence to Professional Standards. Bilingual candidates are preferred, and a valid driver's license is mandatory. Join a dedicated team focused on optimal patient health.

Qualifications

• Current active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM).
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license and all-purpose insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Apply nursing process to support clients in achieving health goals.
• Engage in ongoing education to maintain competency.
• Exercise initiative and independent judgment to determine work priorities.

Skills

Knowledge of Professional Standards of Practice

Ability to foster a collaborative environment

Establish and maintain positive working relationships

Demonstrated conflict resolution skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Analytical problem-solving skills

Ability to lead and make autonomous decisions

Strong organizational skills

Respect for confidentiality

Good work and attendance record

Education

Fetal Health Surveillance in Labour

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

Job description

Position Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) applies the nursing process to support clients/residents/patients in achieving and maintaining optimum health within a people‑centered care approach across Acute, Transitional, Personal Care Home (PCH), Primary Care, Public Health‑Healthy Living, and Home Care settings. The LPN works to full scope of practice, engages in ongoing education, and maintains competency congruent with Southern Health‑Santé Sud policies, Professional Standards of Practice, College of Licensed Practical Nurse of Manitoba Code of Ethics, Competency Profile for Licensed Practical Nurses in Manitoba, and the Regulated Health Professions Act. The incumbent exercises appropriate initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, methods, and action on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner consistent with Southern Health‑Santé Sud mission, vision, values, and policies.

Experience

Not applicable.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Fetal Health Surveillance in Labour.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Acute, Transitional, PCH, Primary Care, Public Health‑Healthy Living, Home Care.
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

Qualifications And Skills

• Knowledge of Professional Standards of Practice, Competency Profile for Licensed Practical Nurses in Manitoba, and Code of Ethics.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative interdisciplinary environment supporting quality services, quality improvement, and staff empowerment.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use an analytical and inquiring approach to problem‑solving while contributing to program improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and make decisions autonomously.
• Strong organizational skills and flexibility to meet the demands of the position.
• Able to effectively perform the tasks and responsibilities of the position.
• Demonstrate ongoing professional growth and competency relevant to practice area.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all‑purpose insured vehicle, and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.00.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work occasionally evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as the position duties may require.

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

Southern Health‑Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is 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.

Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

Please include three work‑related references with your job application from persons who are not related to you but have direct knowledge of your current and past work performance.

Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health‑Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French‑speaking communities within Southern Health‑Santé Sud.

If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.