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licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)
Title posted on CareerBeacon - Licensed Practical Nurse I
Posted on November 15, 2024 by Employer details NL Health Services
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Zone: Labrador Grenfell Zone Location: Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL Licensed Practical Nurse I Labrador Grenfell Zone - PHE PUBHLTH NUR 50 Temp Call-In Hours Variable Shifts; Variable Hours; Salary CG-29 of the NAPE-HS Salary Scales, $29.62 to $32.62 per hour plus the applicable Labrador Allowance Competition Number VAC0001709 Posted Date 2024-10-08 Closing Date Open until filled. Demands, duties, qualifications The primary purpose of this position is to work as an active member of the Public Health nursing team to provide a high standard of care to clients through Public Health programs within Labrador-Grenfell Health. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for maintaining professional and organizational standards and reports the Manager of Public Health. Qualifications: Graduation from an approved LPN education program;Current registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CLPNNL);Breastfeeding Course/Education, or willingness to complete within a timeframe designated by the employer;Successful completion of the Provincial Immunization Module or willingness to complete within timeframe designated by employer;Completion of wound care course or willingness to complete within time frame designated by employer;Strong computer skills required; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and knowledge of Meditech, SEINET, and CRMS considered an asset;Current certification in Basic Life Support (CPR);Ability to work independently (in some cases alone) with minimal supervision required;Current driver's license and access to private vehicle required;The successful applicant will be required to submit a satisfactory certificate of conduct. Duties: (Included but not limited to) Participates in the development, revision, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care plans in Public Health programs;Completes nursing assessments consistent with scope of practice;Provides safe, competent, and ethical nursing care, and makes decisions within the LPN scope of practicePractices independently according to professional and organizational standards;Documents according to professional and organizational standards;Maintains competency and updates knowledge by availing of educational opportunities;Keeps current with changes by monitoring communications (i.e., verbal, email, etc.);Participates in quality assurance/improvement activities;Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary team;Completes home visits when required;Acts as a preceptor for students and other staff when required;Takes a lead role in the functioning of the vaccine depot, including but not limited to: ordering, receiving, and distributing vaccines, maintaining supplies (vaccine stock, vaccine fridge temperatures, and associated supplies), and engaging with designates throughout the region to plan and implement vaccine shipments;Provides education sessions and presentations to the public and in schools;Travel may be required; May be required to work alone;Other related duties as requiredNLHS - Labrador-Grenfell Zone Values Diversity and is an Equal Opportunity EmployerNLHS - Labrador-Grenfell Zone is a Smoke and Scent Free Organization- LocationL'Anse-au-Loup, NL
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$29.62HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Term or contractFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #2118402
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