Position Overview Under the general supervision of the Manager, Occupational Health, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing professional practical nursing services to the WRHA Influenza program for staff immunizations.
The LPN will demonstrate a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of the Regional/Shared Health OESH program.
The LPN is responsible to administer influenza vaccines while adhering to all safety and health regulations and safe work practices. LPNs provide, collect, and document information regarding influenza vaccines, and will be required to work at multiple sites dependent on the Influenza vaccine schedule.
Experience Minimum one-year of recent clinical experience.
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate) Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing Education program required.
Certification/Licensure/Registration Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM).
Valid drivers license and access to a reliable motor vehicle suitable for all environmental conditions.
Qualifications and Skills Knowledge of: College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Licensed Practical Nurses.
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/MB Renal Program 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.
Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.