JOB DESCRIPTION

To be an active and engaged team member, as defined by the LPN Scope of Practice, providing patient and family centered care, within a progressive and collaborative practice environment to the NB Heart Center patient population. The LPN works at the direction and in collaboration with the RN as defined by the professional association and Horizon and departmental policy.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an approved school for Licensed Practical Nurses.
• Must have current registration with the N.B. Association of Licensed Practical Nurses and present proof to the manager, of annual renewal by November 15th, as per Horizon policy.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and a collaborative work environment, accepting and understanding direction and delegation as outlined in scope of practice document.
• Ability to function within LPN scope of practice to the degree as per 5BN practice
• Demonstrates initiative, critical thinking and the ability to set priorities
• Consistently demonstrates effective communication skills, both verbal and written, respecting the patient and family right to service in the language of their choice.
• Professional in appearance adhering to the dress code policy.
• Ability to respect and follow Horizon policy regarding confidentiality and multimedia devices.
• Relevant work experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse within the past year. Experience in a cardiac environment is an asset.
• Recent experience with and/or advanced competency training in venipuncture, Insertion of Saline Locks, advanced physical assessment including heart sounds, chest and abdominal assessment, complex dressing changes such as vac dressings.
• Willing to complete any relevant advanced competency education or training.
• Must maintain annual required education including CPR, WHMIS and any additional required annual e-learning programs
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position which include a significant amount of physical labor.
• Good work record

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform basic LPN competencies, department specific LPN competencies and defined advanced competencies including phlebotomy, IV insertion, dressing changes and wound care, preprocedural preps for Cardiac Catheterization, Cardiac Surgery, advanced Physical Assessment both upon admission and/or during shift assessment as delegated by the RN and as per nursing policy and LPN scope of practice.
• Observe report and document pertinent information and changes in the patient's condition in accordance with professional standards and Horizon documentation policy.
• Perform and maintain therapeutic communication with individuals, families, and groups in both official languages is an asset.
• Participate in harmonious and ongoing communication within the team, contributing to effective working relationships with staff, patients, and the public.

• In collaboration with the other members of the interdisciplinary care team, participate in the development and revision of Nursing care plans.
• In collaboration with the Registered Nurse, participate in respiratory care, including incentive spirometer, and post-operative respiratory exercises and therapeutic oxygen initiation and administration via oxygen mask and nasal cannula.
• In collaboration with the Registered Nurse, participate in, through reinforcement, patient, and family education.
• As delegated by the Registered Nurse, participate in the admission process, preparation for transfer in or out of the hospital site or to other in-hospital units and discharge planning.
• Participate in continuing education including the required annual recertification, new subject matter and remain up to date on policy change.

COMPETENCIES

• Achieve Results
• Analytical Thinking
• Attention To Detail
• Coaching and Developing Others
• Commitment and Engagement
• Communication
• Decision Making
• Engages Others
• Flexibility
• Information Gathering
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Relations
• Self Leading
• Mentoring
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Relationship Management
• Results Orientation
• Strategic Communication
• Stress Management
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Training

Interested? Apply Today?

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon's Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.

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Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.