Licensed Practical Nurse, Women's Gyne/ Ambulatory Clinics

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join their Clinical Team in Halifax. This role involves collaborating in patient care within the Ambulatory Clinic setting, focusing on Women's Health. The ideal candidate will have a strong nursing background, including a two-year Practical Nursing diploma and current CPR certification. You will work flexibly within a dynamic team, utilizing your critical thinking and interpersonal skills to provide exceptional care. Join a respected health organization that values professional development and offers a supportive work environment with enhanced benefits.

Benefits

Enhanced benefits

Wellness programs

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved Practical Nursing program required.
• Licensed by the Nova Scotia College of Nursing required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in the delivery of care in the Ambulatory Clinic setting.
• Assist Physicians with minor procedures and administer medication.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Problem-solving

Teaching Skills

Clinical Judgment

Education

Two-year Practical Nursing Program

CPR Level C Health Care Provider

Tools

Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certificate

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse, Women's Gyne/ Ambulatory Clinics

Req ID: 201439
Department/Program: General Gynaecology Clinics, Women's & Newborn Health
Location: Halifax
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Start Date: ASAP
Union Status: NSGEU Hlthcare, Nursing Bargaining Unit
Compensation: $31.7374 - $34.0857/hour
Closing Date: April 21, 2025 (Applications are accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time)

IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing tertiary and primary care for two million children, youth, adults, and families each year across the Atlantic region. We have a team of approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers, and learners at sites across Nova Scotia. We recognize each other’s talent and celebrate our successes. We collaborate in modern facilities or virtually from home, align our work to our values, and enjoy access to enhanced benefits and wellness programs.

The Opportunity

The Licensed Practical Nurse is a member of the Clinical Team, collaborating in the delivery of care to meet the needs of patients/families in the Ambulatory Clinic setting (including but not limited to General Gynaecology, Uro-Gynaecology, Reproductive Endocrinology). The LPN is responsible and accountable to the public for his/her own practice according to the standards defined by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Nova Scotia and the policies, standards, and procedures of the IWK Health Centre. The LPN may, at times, be reassigned within the Childbirth & Women’s Health Care Team and will remain flexible and willing to cross-train within the Team consistent with the philosophy, objectives, mission, and vision statement of the IWK Health Centre. Shift flexibility is required to meet the operational needs of the women being serviced within this care team.

Your Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved two-year Practical Nursing program required (2-year diploma preferred).
• Licensed by the Nova Scotia College of Nursing required.
• Current successful completion of a CPR Level C Health Care Provider or Basic Life Support (BLS) course required within the last 12 months.
• Recent interview and health assessment skills required.
• Recent clinical experience that includes administration of medication as required.
• Ability to teach on a one-to-one basis required.
• Demonstrated experience assisting Physicians with minor procedures required.
• Knowledge of Women's Health required.
• Knowledge of Women’s Reproductive Endocrine required.
• Knowledge of Women’s Pelvic Floor required.
• Experience in Uro-dynamic studies required.
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention certificate an asset.
• Recent experience in other areas of the Childbirth and Women’s Health Care Team considered an asset.
• Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team and to request and accept direction as required is essential.
• Demonstrated critical thinking required within scope of practice including: clinical judgment, problem-solving skills, and strong decision-making ability.
• Demonstrated professional manner required, along with effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, effective time management, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development and skills.
• Competencies in other languages an asset.
• Experience with telephone facilitated care an asset.

Thank you for your interest in IWK Health.

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An offer of employment is conditional upon the completion and satisfactory results of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.

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