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Position Overview Under the general supervision of the Manager of Patient Care the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing professional practical nursing services to designated patients including those with complex and unpredictable health needs. These services include 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. Experience Recent related experience is an asset. Current emergency nursing experience preferred. Satisfactory employment record required. Emergency Nursing Orientation is a fulltime program. Orientees are required to participate on a fulltime basis during Level12 and 3 training periods. Education (Degree / Diploma / Certificate) Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing Education program required. Special Training Successful completion of WRHA Emergency Nursing Orientation (ENO) training Level1 within (2) months of date of hire with remaining level2 and 3 completed within (12) months of hire and all other required training within 24 months. Certification in IV Therapy; IV Medication Administration. Certification / Licensure / Registration Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM). Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training at the Healthcare Provider level according to the Employer policy. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) training an asset. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) training an asset. Trauma Nursing Core course (TNCC) an asset. Emergency Nursing Pediatric course (ENPC) an asset. Emergency Practice Interventions and Care (EPICC) Foundations course an asset. Emergency Practice Interventions and Care (EPICC) Trauma course an asset. Qualifications and Skills Knowledge of the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Licensed Practical Nurses. Knowledge of the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba Code of Ethics for Licensed Practical Nurses. Scope of practice as documented in the Licensed Practical Nurses Act. Regional / Facility / Unit policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines. Nursing care knowledge related to the clinical area. Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Protection of Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act, Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions) and other legislated acts. Roles and responsibilities of members of the healthcare team. Principles of delegation. Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills. Preference will be given to applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values. Demonstrated critical thinking / problemsolving skills. Ability to prioritize care for an individual patient or group of patients. Ability to delegate care appropriately and monitor outcomes of delegated care. Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands. Ability to recognize and pursue selfdevelopment opportunities. Ability to perform independently and as a member of the healthcare team. Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations. Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions. Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment. Proficiency with computer software programs and applications such as Windows, Word processing, spreadsheets and databases. Physical Requirements Moderate to heavy physical effort required. This position requires 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. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment. We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process. Key Skills: EMR Systems, Hospital Experience, Acute Care, ICU Experience, Dermal Fillers, Experience Administering Injections, Home Care, Nursing, Botox Experience, Critical Care Experience, Medication Administration, Tube Feeding. Employment Type: FullTime Experience: years Vacancy: 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr