Licensed Practical Nurse - Acute Care (NRS-24-292)

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 within acute, transitional, personal care home (PCH), primary health 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 Nurse of Manitoba Code of Ethics, Competency Profile for Licensed Practical Nurses in Manitoba and the Regulated Health Professions Act.The incumbent will exercise 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.QualificationsCurrent 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)Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certificationCurrent Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) certificationTrauma Nursing Care Course (TNCC) certificationKnowledge of Professional Standards of Practice, Competency Profile for Licensed Practical Nurses in Manitoba and Code of EthicsDemonstrated ability to foster a collaborative interdisciplinary environment that supports quality services, quality improvement and staff empowermentDemonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationshipsDemonstrated conflict resolution skillsDemonstrated effective oral and written communication skillsAbility to use an analytical and inquiring approach to problem-solving while contributing to program improvementDemonstrated ability to lead and make decisions autonomouslyStrong organizational skills and flexibility to meet the demands of the positionAble to effectively perform the tasks and responsibilities of the positionDemonstrate ongoing professional growth and competency relevant to practice areaGiven the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is requiredDemonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the jobDemonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediumsGood work and attendance record