L.P.N. (licensed practical nurse)

Northern Regional Health Authority based in Box 340, Flin Flon, MB R8A 1N2 is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of L.P.N. (licensed practical nurse) who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Night, Weekend and Shift.

Employer Name: Northern Regional Health Authority
Position: L.P.N. (licensed practical nurse)
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $31.47 to $39.62 hourly (To be negotiated) / 38.75 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Box 340, Flin Flon, MB R8A 1N2

Job Description

The candidate must administer medication as well as observe and document therapeutic effects.
The candidate must take vital signs, use aseptic techniques such as sterile dressing, control infection, monitor nutritional intake, and collect specimens.
The candidate must provide pre-operative and post-operative personal and comfort care.
The candidate must provide safety and health education to individuals and their families.
The candidate will be responsible for providing nursing services to patients within a defined scope of practise based on patient assessment and care planning procedures.
The candidate must monitor patients’ progress, evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions, and consult with appropriate members of the healthcare team.

Job Requirements

The candidate should be fluent in English language.
The candidate must have a College/CEGEP diploma.
Candidate having experience is an asset.
The candidate must be eligible for practical nurse licensure in the province/territory of work, as well as have a Intravenous (IV) therapy Certification and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certificate.
The candidate should be accurate.
The candidate should be client focused.
The candidate should be dependable.
The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
The candidate should be organised and flexible in nature.
The candidate must be capable of acting on their own initiative.
The candidate must be interpersonally aware.
The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
The candidate should be reliable.
The candidate should be a good team player.
The candidate should give importance to values and ethics.

Work setting

The candidate’s relocation expenses will be covered by the employer.
The candidate must be willing to relocate to the specified location.
The candidate must work in a hospital/medical facility or clinic.

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

The candidate must be knowledgeable about medical units, palliative care, surgery, and float.

Additional information

Security and safety

The candidate should undergo a thorough criminal background check, child abuse registry check and adult abuse registry check.
The candidate must have proof of immunization.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
The candidate must perform manual dexterity tasks.
The candidate should have an eye for details.
The candidate must be able to distinguish between colours.
The candidate must be able to recognise similarities and differences between sounds.
The candidate must be willing to work long hours in sitting, standing, and walking positions.
The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods of time.
The candidate must be able to handle a large case load.

Benefits

Health, Financial, Long term and Other benefits will be provided to the selected candidate.
Under Health Benefits, the selected candidate will receive Dental plan, Disability benefits, Health care plan and Vision care benefits.
Under Financial benefits, the selected candidate will receive benefits in accordance with the collective agreement as well as Group insurance benefits, Life insurance, Pension plan, and Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
Under Long Term Benefits, the selected candidate will receive Maternity and parental benefits.
In addition to the Health, Financial, and Long-term benefits mentioned above, the selected candidate will receive Free parking, Other benefits and Wellness program.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

[email protected]

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

Job reference number- FF-2023-140
Cover letter