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Job Title:
Licensed Practical Nurse I
Posted Date:
1/11/2024
Closing Date:
3/5/2024
Functional Discipline:
Nursing
Job Description
Licensed Practical Nurse I-Float, Temporary Full Time (Approximately 12 months),
Carmelite House, New Long Term Care, Central NL Regional Health Centre, Grand Falls-Windsor
Definition of Work:
Work involves providing nursing care and treatment services for the physically ill, disabled and/or cognitively impaired clients under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The successful candidate must demonstrate an awareness of and be responsible for promoting and supporting person-and family-centered care, demonstrate a commitment to safety and partner with all team members to improve worker and patient safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks and implementing improvements.
Physical Demand:
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
* Constantly moves/lifts up to 10-15lbs, regularly moves/lifts up to 50lbs; required to restrain/reposition/move/ lift up to, or above, 50lbs with co-worker assistance. And repetitively required to complete Pushing/pulling with medium force (22-44lbsF).
* Constantly stands/walks. May work in awkward or cramped positions to assist with care. Work repetitively involves reaching/stretching, bending/twisting and repeated bouts of low level postures such as squatting, crouching or stooping.
* Potential for exposure to blood, bodily fluids and/or other contagion. May be exposed to patients/residents with potential risk for aggressive behavior.
* Work Environments present potential for exposure to scented/chemical products and/or other allergens within publicly accessible areas.
Required qualifications:
* Graduation from high school with a diploma recognized by the Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Education and Early Childhood Development.
* Graduation from a practical nursing program approved by Central Health.
* Current BLS certification.
* Current registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador.
* Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills.
* Demonstrated competency in working to the full scope of practice (as per the CLPNNL and Central Health's policies and procedures) and standards of care relevant to designated client population.
* Completion of other skills and post basic competencies as required.
* Work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary care team and support the Registered Nurse in caring for clients with unpredictable outcomes as required.
* Work under the direction of a Registered Nurse for patients where the acuity or complexity of care requires an advanced level of knowledge and skill beyond the scope of practice for Licensed Practical Nurses.
* Completion of Central Health's Admissions Module for LPNs, or willingness to complete prior to commencement of the position.
* Completion of Central Health's Peripherally Inserted Catheters (PICC) Module for LPNs, or willingness to complete prior to commencement of the position.
* Demonstrated proficiency in Wound Care Management and Medication Administration including IM, IV and subcutaneous injections.
* Consistent demonstration of Central Health's corporate values; Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Stewardship and Quality.
* A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required for this position.
* A satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local police authority.
Hours of Work:
75 hours bi-weekly (Shift work may be required)
Salary:
CG-29 ($29.09-$32.03)
Competition No.:
P-2024000052-CNH
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Central Health is an equal opportunity employer.
We thank all candidates however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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