Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse – L4 Geriatric Assessment and Rehab Jobs in Winnipeg, Canada at Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA)
Title: Licensed Practical Nurse – L4 Geriatric Assessment and Rehab
Company: Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA)
Location: Winnipeg, Canada
Category:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Deer Lodge Centre – Winnipeg
Position Overview
Directly accountable to the Manager of Health Services/Resident Care, the LPN provides professional practical nursing services to designated patients/residents, including independent nursing services, administration of prescribed medical treatments, collaboration and interaction within the health care team, and participation in the coordination of patient/resident care and discharge. The LPN may be responsible for directing students, health care aides and other support staff in the performance of patient/resident care.
The LPN collaborates with physicians and professional health staff in the facility and the community, and may be required to work some evenings, weekends and statutory holidays.
Experience
Experience with chronic illness, geriatrics and complex continuing care.
Education
Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing education program.
Certification / Licensure
Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba.
Qualifications and Skills
Demonstrates knowledge of, and support for:
The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Licensed Practical Nurses.
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.
Nursing care knowledge related to geriatrics and complex continuing care.
Roles and responsibilities of members of the health care team.
Principles of delegation.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to prioritize care for an individual patient/resident or a group of patients/residents; to delegate care appropriately and monitor outcomes of delegated care; and to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
Demonstrated commitment to lifelong learning is required.
Ability to perform independently and as a member of the health care team; to adapt quickly to changing situations; to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions; and to function in a demanding and stressful environment.
Keyboarding skills an asset.
Adheres to all safety and health policies, regulations, and safe work practices.
Physical Requirements
Not applicable
Additional Requirements
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.
EEO and Accommodations
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.
Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.
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