A CURRENT AND CLEAR CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK IS REQUIRED FOR ALL NEW EMPLOYEESThe Licensed Practical Nurse is a supervisory position, which works under the guidance of the Registered Nurse. This position is responsible for assessing, monitoring, implementing, evaluating, and documenting Resident care. The LPN works in partnership to improve the performance of team members and the organization in providing improved customer service for Residents and families. The LPN is responsible and accountable for his/her nursing practice defined by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) and Continuing Competency Program (CCP). He/she is responsible for current and valid registration and adherence to Care Centre protocols.RESPONSIBILITIESPROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITESServes as an advocate to ensure that the Resident's needs are met.Participates in staff development and orientation.Adheres to and promotes Infection Control practices.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAssess, monitor, implement, evaluate, and document Resident care.Responsible for Resident admissions and discharges.Communicates with Residents, families, and staff.Reports changes in Resident status to RN.Prepare and administer all medications including narcotic via the following:OralSubcutaneous, including hypodermoclysisTransdermal (creams, ungts, patches)VaginalRectalI.M. with certificationG-tube medicationsInhalationsSublingualEye/ear GTTSPrepare and administer insulinsAll insulins must be double checked and co-signed by another RN or LPN.May administer heparin or adrenalinHeparin and adrenalin must be double checked and co-signed by another RN or LPN.Administer PRN medications including narcotics and standing ordersIndependently initiate standing protocols for bowel care.Check and sign drug deliveries from Pharmacy.Supervise and ensure competent care is provided by team members.Assists with the enforcement of Fire and Safety and OH & S regulations.Performs other related duties as required.QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATIONEDUCATION AND TRAININGGraduate from an accredited School of Licensed Practical Nurses.Current Registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta.Certified for administration of oral medications, narcotics, and subcutaneous injections.Completion of Physical Assessment Course.Intramuscular injection course and certification in CPR is preferred.RAI/MDS COMPETENCY IS REQUIREDPERSONAL ATTRIBUTESExcellent verbal and written skills in English language.Must have good knowledge, attitude, and skills in dealing with geriatric and/or physically and mentally disabled persons and their families.This position requires maturity, tact, and the ability to relate to all levels of staff.PRIOR EXPERIENCEPrevious experience in geriatrics or long-term care preferred.WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENTThe LPN position requires a significant amount of lifting, walking, reaching, bending, pushing, standing, and sitting.In an average day the employee spends 4 to 6 hours standing or walking.LPNs must be able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs., frequent lifting and/or carrying of 20 lbs.Must be able to manage stressful work situations.OTHERDemonstrates an awareness of accident and injury prevention.Adheres to safe work practices and procedures.Promotes and fosters our workplace Health and Safety Program (a safe workplace for co-workers, residents, families, visitors, and volunteers).Responsible for maintaining self-wellness and reduced absenteeism.Promotes, encourages, and demonstrates excellent customer relations and consistently shows courtesy, caring, understanding, compassion and respect for residents, families, visitors, co-workers, and volunteers.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 00064580-Licensed Practical Nurse - $28 - $30 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 AVI Healthmmunity Services
📍 Winnipeg