Licensed Practical Nurse

FTE : Casual – Part Time 20 hours per week

Program : Lethbridge Wellness Shelter Stabilization Unit

Reporting To : LWSSU Operations Manager

Summary of Work :

Under the direction of the LWSSU Operations Manager and as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, provide support and assistance to the Shelter and Stabilization Unit Teams. Primary focus will be the Sexually Transmitted Blood Bourne Infection (STBBI) program and must currently have a phlebotomy certificate.

Professional & Personal Qualifications :

• Graduate of approved Practical Nurse program with current license.
• Current registration with College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta
• Other certifications / competencies as required by registering body and as required by program / department.
• Current CPR certification, to be re-certified annually.
• Current Frist Aid certification, to be re-certified every three years.
• Minimum of three to five years of experience in related clinical area.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in nursing.
• Non-Violence Crisis Intervention Training Certificate (or be willing to complete).
• Current basic and advanced foot care certification
• Shall be mature, flexible, pleasant and exercise a high degree of initiative and judgment.
• Must have necessary communication and interpersonal skills to provide effective interaction between all persons, including coworkers.
• Must act with integrity and treat all information regarding residents, physicians, staff and financial and operational status of the organization as confidential.
• Knowledge and roles of the multidisciplinary team members
• Ability to function independently and effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Application of proper body mechanic principles
• Ability to problem-solve and have critical thinking skills.
• Able to set priorities in the face of multiple demands.
• Assumes responsibility to maintain or improve personal health and well-being.
• Able to provide and receive constructive feedback
• Ability to function effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Able to sit, walk, transfer, lift, carry equipment and supplies.

Salary Range :

Please forward a Cover Letter, Resume, Copies of Credentials, Current Criminal Record, including vulnerable sector Check and Three (3) updated references to :

Blood Tribe Department of Health Inc.

C / O : Human Resources

P.O. Box 229

STANDOFF, AB T0L 1Y0

FAX : 403-737-3985

E-mail : RECRUITMENT@BTDH.CA

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Job Category Lethbridge Wellness Shelter and Stabilization Unit

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