L.P.N. (licensed practical nurse

Position: L.P.N. (licensed practical nurse)
Job Summary  Zone:
Central Zone.

Location:

HBH - Connaigre Peninsula Health Centre, Harbour Breton. Licensed Practical Nurse I – Central Zone – HBH I.P. Acute Care. Shift Work:
Days, Nights, Evenings, Weekends. Salary: CGL
29 (CAD
30.16 - CAD
33.22 per hour). Competition Number: VAC
0010767. Posted Date: . Closing Date:
Open until filled.
Definition of Work  Work involves providing nursing care and treatment services for the physically ill, disabled and/or cognitively impaired clients under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The successful candidate must demonstrate an awareness of and be responsible for promoting and supporting person‑and‑family‑centered care, demonstrate a commitment to safety and partner with all team members to improve worker and patient safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks and implementing improvements.
Physical Demands   Constantly moves/lifts up to 10-15 lbs, regularly moves/lifts up to 50 lbs; required to restrain/reposition/move/lift up to, or above, 50 lbs with co‑worker assistance and repetitively required to complete pushing/pulling with medium force (22-44 lbs).
Constantly stands/walks. May work in awkward or cramped positions to assist with care. Work repetitively involves reaching/stretching, bending/twisting and repeated bouts of low‑level postures such as squatting, crouching or stooping.
Potential for exposure to blood, bodily fluids and/or other contagion. May be exposed to patients/residents with potential risk for aggressive behavior.
Work environments present potential for exposure to scented/chemical products and/or other allergens within publicly accessible areas.

Required Qualifications   Graduation from a practical nursing program approved by Central Health.
Current BLS certification.
Current registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Consistent demonstration of NL Health Service's core values;
Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence (I CARE).
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required for this position.
A satisfactory certificate of conduct from the RCMP or local police authority.

Preferred Qualifications   Experience in licensed practical nursing.

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