LPN / LVN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Prairie Mountain Health
Brandon, FL
days
Sign-On Bonus

Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse QUALIFICATIONS * Eligible for active practicing licensure licensed practical nurse with applicable regulatory body in the province of Manitoba * Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Training as delineated in Prairie Mountain Health Policy PPG-00002 CPR Training * Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Provider (P) and Renewal (R) * Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider and Renewal * Successful completion of an Accredited Critical Care/ICU Nursing Program * One (1) year equivalent full-time experience in an active Intensive Care Unit or Coronary Care Unit as a Licensed Practical Nurse within the last three (3) years * Knowledge, competence and ability to demonstrate clinical nursing skills and concepts in accordance with approved nursing standards * Ability to make effective decisions regarding nursing care * Basic knowledge and skills to work with computers, and electronic software programs * Demonstrated effective problem solving, organizational skills and the ability to work independently * Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills * Ability to maintain positive working relationships with co-workers and clients * Satisfactory employment record required POSITION SUMMARY Consistent with the vision, mission and values of the Prairie Mountain Health sites, and affiliate sites, the Licensed Practical Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care to patients/residents/clients in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. Licensed Practical Nurses recognize and fulfill their Professional responsibilities by practicing within the scope of practice of the Licensed Practical Nurses Act, the approved College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM) Scope of Practice and Entry-Level Competencies, provincial and federal legislation and within the guidelines of professional ethics. RESPONSIBILITIES: * The LPN is required to practice in accordance with the following to their level of scope of practice, expertise, training and experience. * The Licensed Practical Nurses Act of Manitoba. * The CLPNM Standards of Practice. * The CLPNM Code of Ethics. * The Scope of Practice Entry Level Competencies. * Obtain and maintains the relevant competencies for the position as offered by PMH. * Other duties as assigned.