Casual Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs

"Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice as currently required by the CLPNBC including administering medications.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for this position **

Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service

Financial support for moving expenses is available for eligible positions

Competitive wages – prior experience recognized

Benefits (Dental, Vision, and Extended Health)

Feel rewarded for doing what you love

Shape the well-being of your clients & communities

Work in a safe and healthy work environment

Flexible scheduling and Location (we value a work/life balance) - Days, Evenings, Overnights available

Participates in evaluation, policy, quality improvement and risk management activities

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Licensed Practical Nurse Educator (LPNE)

The location of this position is flexible

Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices, as well as knowledge in Infection Control Practices. IPAC certification preferred.

Experience interacting effectively with persons who have cognitive impairments, using approaches like G.P.A and P.I.E.C.E.S.

Effective human relation skills and demonstrated commitment to working with seniors.

Effective communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential.

Strong leadership skills and participation in the change of work flow process.

Current First Aid and C.P.R. certification preferred.

Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skills;

Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset;

To facilitate and provide resident/family education;

To respond to and manage significant changes in resident's condition and or medical emergencies; provide emergency first aid;

Experience working in a senior's environment and with unregulated care providers preferred;

Must have demonstrated sound clinical knowledge;

Experience in seniors care is an asset. New graduates are welcome to apply.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Wages/ Salary: Union Rates of Pay + Benefits + Up to $15,000 Signing Bonus

Provide compassionate nursing care to our senior residents.

Collaborate with the care team to develop individualized care plans.

Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.

Recent, related, experience in the applicable clinical area may be required, or preferred.

Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing Education program required.

Certification in IV Therapy; IV Medication Administration.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with WRHA policy.

Nursing care knowledge related to the clinical area.

Roles and responsibilities of members of the healthcare team.

Develop, implement, review and evaluate resident care plans

Provide leadership to personal care staff by planning, directing, supervising and evaluating their work

Assist in orienting and training new team members

Current registration with the provincial College of Nurses

Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English

Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Acute, Transitional, PCH, Primary Health Care, Public Health-Healthy Living, Home Care)

Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

Current Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) certification

Trauma Nursing Care Course (TNCC) certification

Knowledge of Professional Standards of Practice, Competency Profile for Licensed Practical Nurses in Manitoba and Code of Ethics

Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Acute, Transitional, PCH, Primary Health Care, Public Health-Healthy Living, Home Care)

Knowledge of Professional Standards of Practice, Competency Profile for Licensed Practical Nurses in Manitoba and Code of Ethics

Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills and flexibility to meet the demands of the position

Able to effectively perform the tasks and responsibilities of the position

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

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Acute, Transitional, PCH, Primary Health Care, Public Health-Healthy Living, Home Care)

Knowledge of Professional Standards of Practice, Competency Profile for Licensed Practical Nurses in Manitoba and Code of Ethics

Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills and flexibility to meet the demands of the position

Able to effectively perform the tasks and responsibilities of the position

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

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Acute, Transitional, PCH, Primary Health Care, Public Health-Healthy Living, Home Care)

Knowledge of Professional Standards of Practice, Competency Profile for Licensed Practical Nurses in Manitoba and Code of Ethics

Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills and flexibility to meet the demands of the position

Able to effectively perform the tasks and responsibilities of the position

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

Graduation from a recognized program for Practical Nurses or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan

Current practicing registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Ability to deal with others effectively.

Participates in continuous quality improvement and program evaluation activities, education sessions, team conferences, meetings and committees.

Knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice as currently required by the BCCNM, including administering medications.

Ability to operate related equipment. including applicable software, hardware and remote/virtual technology applications.

Assesses patient/resident/family’s actual and potential strengths and limitations including physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual needs.

Performs admissions, discharges, and transfers of patients/residents according to agency operating policies and procedures.

Operates and maintains effective functioning equipment related to patient/resident care such as bathtubs, scales and mechanical lifts.

Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with residents, families, co-workers, members of the multidisciplinary team and the public.

Organize work and implement a plan of care.

Physically able to carry out the duties of the position.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Acute, Transitional, PCH, Primary Health Care, Public Health-Healthy Living, Home Care)

Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

Current Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) certification

Trauma Nursing Care Course (TNCC) certification

Knowledge of Professional Standards of Practice, Competency Profile for Licensed Practical Nurses in Manitoba and Code of Ethics

Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Acute, Transitional, PCH, Primary Health Care, Public Health‐Healthy Living, Home Care)

Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

Current Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) certification

Trauma Nursing Care Course (TNCC) certification

Knowledge of Professional Standards of Practice, Competency Profile for Licensed Practical Nurses in Manitoba and Code of Ethics

Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skills;

Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset;

To facilitate and provide resident/family education;

To respond to and manage significant changes in resident's condition and or medical emergencies; provide emergency first aid;

Experience working in a senior's environment and with unregulated care providers preferred;

Must have demonstrated sound clinical knowledge;

Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skills;

Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset;

To facilitate and provide resident/family education;

To respond to and manage significant changes in resident's condition and or medical emergencies; provide emergency first aid;

Experience working in a senior's environment and with unregulated care providers preferred;

Must have demonstrated sound clinical knowledge;

Working with the existing management and health services teams to promote communication and compliance to policies and procedures;

Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program;

Access to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of Excellence;

Valid CPR & First Aid Certification required;

Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset

Approximate hourly wage: $29.04 - 31.19 ;