Licensed Practical Nurse Repost

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); St-Pierre-Jolys; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Manitoba is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support clients in achieving optimal health. The role requires current registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba and Basic Life Support certification. Key skills include effective communication, conflict resolution, and the ability to foster a collaborative interdisciplinary environment. This is a temporary position that requires a valid Class 5 driver's license and may involve working evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Knowledge of Professional Standards of Practice

Demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative interdisciplinary environment

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships

Demonstrated conflict resolution skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Demonstrated ability to lead and make decisions autonomously

Strong organizational skills

Respect for confidentiality

Valid Class 5 driver's license

Education

Current active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba

Current Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Position Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) applies the nursing process to support clients, residents, and patients in achieving and maintaining their optimum level of health within a people‑centered care approach within Acute, Transitional, Personal Care Home (PCH), Primary Care, Public Health‑Healthy Living and/or Home Care. 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 Nurses of Manitoba Code of Ethics, Competency Profile for Licensed Practical Nurses in Manitoba and the Regulated Health Professions Act.

The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health‑Santé Sud.

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 Acute, Transitional, PCH, Primary Care, Public Health‑Healthy Living, Home Care.

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 that supports 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.

Employment Details

Employment arrangement: In Person

Daily hours worked: 7.75 hrs

Anticipated shift: Days; Evenings; Weekends

FTE: 0.80

Hiring Status: Temporary

Salary: $33.23 - $41.85

Anticipated Start Date – End Date: As mutually agreed upon – Indefinite

Term Position Note

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

Reasonable Accommodation

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

Commitment to Diversity

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.

Background Checks

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.

References

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.

Language Services

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.

Union Information

Union: MNU