Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Mother and Child Unit

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Program Team Manager, and while demonstrating a commitment to the Mission, Values and Management Philosophy of St. Boniface Hospital, the Clinical Practice Nurse – Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional practical nursing services to designated patients including independent nursing services, administration of prescribed medical treatments, collaboration and interaction within the health care team and participation in the coordination of patient care and discharge.

Experience

• Recent nursing experience in a mother-baby combined care setting required.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Current College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM) registration required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM) registration required.
• Certification in IV Therapy and IV Medication Administration required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates critical thinking/problem-solving skills.
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
• Ability to perform independently and as a member of the health care team.
• Ability to function in a variety of demanding and stressful situations.
• Bilingualism required (ability to understand and speak English/French). **

NOTE: If there are no applicants meeting the qualifications, the employer may consider an applicant who does not meet the above qualifications.

A RESUME IS REQUIRED WHEN APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION

**The candidate must be able to understand and speak French at a proficiency level that allows them to sustain varied in-depth conversations with patients and families. Language proficiency will be evaluated in order to assess the applicant’s proficiency level. For information on the required proficiency level, please contact the Human Resources Department.

Le candidat doit pouvoir comprendre et parler le français afin de soutenir une variété de conversations avec les patients et les familles. Une évaluation de la maîtrise de la langue sera effectuée dans le but de vérifier le niveau de compétence du candidat. Pour de plus amples renseignements au sujet du niveau linguistique, veuillez communiquer avec le service des Ressources humaines.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable