Licensed Practical Nurse 0.8 D/E Gimli 1

Betel Home Foundation operates 2 not for profit Personal Care Homes in Gimli and Selkirk Manitoba.

We have been providing exceptional care to residents in our communities for over 115 years and we welcome you to join our amazing team.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Director of Resident Care, the Licenses Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care to residents in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. The LPN provides clinical direction to Health Care Aides and other LPNs when the LPN is assigned charge responsibilities. LPNs 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. The position of Registered Nurse functions in a manner consistent with, and supports the Mission, Vision and Values of Betel Home.

Qualifications

Active practicing licensure with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM) or eligible for active practicing licensure with CLPNM.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) training

Knowledge, competence and ability to demonstrate clinical nursing skills and concepts in accordance with approved nursing standards.

Basic knowledge and skills to work with computers, and electronic software programs.

Experience in geriatrics and dementia care preferred

Ability to make effective decisions regarding nursing care

Demonstrated effective problem solving, organization skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Demonstrated communication skills

Demonstrated critical thinking skills

Ability to maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, residents and the public

Proficient in English. The ability to communicate in more than one language would be considered an asset.

Physical Requirements

Moderate to heavy physical effort required

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment