Job Description
Licensed Practical Nurse New Graduate Opportunities in Central Zone
Temporary Call-In, Permanent and Temporary Full and Part Time positions available
About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.
NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people.
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Job Summary
Applications are invited for Licensed Practical Nurse I positions with NLHS-Central Zone for various sites/departments.
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..
Job Demands
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 (22-44lbs).
* 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 & 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 the core values of NL Health Services: Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (I CARE)
* 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.
Salary: Nape HS - Dependent on position and location
Competition number: P-2023000861-TBD
Competition closing date: Open Until Filled