Licensed Practical Nurse - Repost

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Carman; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA) seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support clients at Boyne Lodge Personal Care Home in Carman, Manitoba. The role involves applying nursing processes to help clients achieve optimal health, maintaining professional standards, and engaging in continuous education. Candidates must be registered with the CLPNM and hold a current BLS certification. The position requires strong communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively, and uphold cultural diversity in care.

Qualifications

• Ability to foster a collaborative interdisciplinary environment.
• Able to lead and make decisions autonomously.
• Respect and promote cultural diversity in a diverse region.

Responsibilities

• Apply nursing process to support clients' health.
• Engage in ongoing education and maintain competency.
• Complete and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

Skills

Knowledge of Professional Standards of Practice

Effective oral and written communication skills

Conflict resolution skills

Strong organizational skills

Education

Current active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM)

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Valid Class 5 driver’s license

Job description

Requisition ID: 399239

Position Number: 213-715921070N228-14

Posting End Date: Open Until Filled

Employer: Southern Health-Santé Sud

Site: Boyne Lodge Personal Care Home

Union: MNU

Department/Unit: Long Term Care

Work Location: Boyne Lodge Personal Care Home

City: Carman

Hiring Status: Permanent

FTE: 0.80

Employment arrangement: In Person

Daily hours worked: 7.75

Anticipated shift: Days; Evenings; Weekends

Annual base hours: 2015

Anticipated Start Date: As mutually agreed upon

Salary: As per MNU Collective Agreement

Southern Health-Santé Sud is a regional health authority committed to providing safe, accessible and sustainable people-centered health care to diverse communities.

Position Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) applies the nursing process to support clients/residents/patients in achieving and maintaining their optimum level of health within a people-centered care approach across Acute, Transitional, Personal Care Home (PCH), Primary Care, Oncology/Cancer Care, Public Health-Healthy Living, and Home Care. The LPN works within full scope of practice, engages in ongoing education, and maintains competency in accordance with Southern Health-Santé Sud policies and the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba, Code of Ethics, and the Regulated Health Professions Act.

Experience

Not Applicable

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

Not Applicable

Certification / Licensure / Registration

• Current active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for all practice settings.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license, an insured vehicle, and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.

Qualifications And Skills

• Knowledge of Professional Standards of Practice, Competency Profile for Licensed Practical Nurses in Manitoba, and Code of Ethics.
• Ability to foster a collaborative interdisciplinary environment that supports quality services, quality improvement, and staff empowerment.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical and inquiring approach to problem-solving with contribution to program improvement.
• Able to lead and make decisions autonomously.
• Strong organizational skills and flexibility to meet demands of the position.
• Ability to perform the tasks and responsibilities of the position.
• Ongoing professional growth and competency relevant to practice area.
• Respect and promote cultural diversity in a diverse region.
• Proficiency in both official languages for bilingual positions.
• Respect confidentiality in paper, electronic, and other formats.
• Good work and attendance record.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• Willingness to work days, evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Travel to other regional facilities may be required.

Additional Responsibilities

Complete and maintain a 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.

EEO Statement

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 voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

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

Language Services

Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health-Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we offer services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French-speaking communities. Candidates who do not meet bilingual qualifications may still be considered if all other qualifications are satisfied.

Union Representation

Job competitions for union represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. In case of a selection grievance, information from the competition file may be provided to the grievor’s representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.