Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Trainee, Hemodialysis

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Manager Health Services, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing professional practical nursing services to designated patients, including independent nursing services, administration of prescribed medical treatments, collaboration and interaction within the healthcare team and participation in the coordination of patient care and discharge. Demonstrates a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of the region/facility/unit.

Experience

• One year of recent acute medical/surgical nursing experience is required.
• Satisfactory employment record required.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing Education program required.
• This position is for nurses desiring to complete the Manitoba Nephrology Nursing Course: Successful candidates will be required to enroll in the Manitoba Nephrology Nursing Course. As a condition of employment, the successful applicant must complete a pre-study program and successfully complete an exam on the basis of the pre-study program. The Manitoba Nephrology Nursing Course is a full-time nine-week training program with a period of theory, labs and clinical experience followed by 1008 hours (equivalent to 6-months full time) or work experience in dialysis. Successful candidates will be responsible for payment of tuition for the program. Reimbursement for the program is available. Applicants meeting posted qualifications will be assessed against the following criteria, as applicable to the position: education, experience, job related skills (clinical/knowledge, problem-solving, communication, interpersonal, organizational, management, conflict resolution and knowledge of an Indigenous language, understanding of Indigenous customs, traditions and values), work record, professional development and seniority. The successful applicant will be placed on a leave of absence while completing the educational requirements of this position. The probationary/trial period will begin following the leave of absence.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM).
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of: College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Licensed Practical Nurses. College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba Code of Ethics for Licensed Practical Nurses. Scope of practice as documented in the Licensed Practical Nurses Act. Regional/Facility/Unit policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines. Nursing care knowledge related to the clinical area. Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Protection of Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act, Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS), Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions) and other legislated acts. Roles and responsibilities of members of the healthcare team. Principles of delegation.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
• Demonstrated critical thinking/problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize care for an individual patient or group of patients.
• Ability to delegate care appropriately and monitor outcomes of delegated care.
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
• Ability to perform independently and as a member of the healthcare team.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment.
• Proficient with computers, software programs, and applications such as Windows and Word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Physical Requirements

• Moderate to heavy physical effort required.
• Rotating shifts and weekends may be required.
• The successful applicant may be required to provide stand-by coverage for dialysis.

If there are no applicants meeting the posted qualifications, the Employer MAY CONSIDER an applicant who does not meet the posted qualifications