About the role

Licensed Practical Nurse providing nursing services to designated patients in Winnipeg Health Region. Collaborating within healthcare team and participating in patient care coordination.

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing professional practical nursing services to designated patients, including independent nursing services, administration of prescribed medical treatments, collaboration and interaction within the healthcare team and participation in the coordination of patient care and discharge.
Demonstrates a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of the region/facility/unit.

Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing Education program required.
Certification in IV Therapy; IV Medication Administration.
Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM).
CPR Training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.
Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
Knowledge of: College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Licensed Practical Nurses.
Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated critical thinking/problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize care for an individual patient or group of patients.
Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment.

A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment. 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.