Licensed Practical Nurse

Position Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) applies the nursing process to support clients/residents/patients in achieving and maintaining their optimum level of health within a people‑centered care approach within Acute, Transitional, Personal Care Home (PCH), Primary Care, Oncology/Cancer Care, Public Health‑Healthy Living and/or Home Care. The LPN works to full scope of practice, engages in ongoing education and maintains competency congruent with Southern Health‑Santé Sud policies, professional standards, College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba, Code of Ethics, competency profile and the Regulated Health Professions Act.

The incumbent exercises appropriate initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, methods and actions on unusual matters and functions consistent with the mission and values.

• Current active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in Acute, Transitional, PCH, Primary Care, Public Health‑Healthy Living, Home Care, Oncology/Cancer Care.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence, an all‑purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.
• Knowledge of Professional Standards of Practice, Competency Profile for Licensed Practical Nurses in Manitoba and Code of Ethics.
• Ability to foster a collaborative interdisciplinary environment that supports quality services, quality improvement and staff empowerment.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical and inquiring approach to problem‑solving while contributing to program improvement.
• Ability to lead and make decisions autonomously.
• Strong organizational skills and flexibility to meet demands of the position.
• Ability to effectively perform the tasks and responsibilities of the position.
• Demonstrated ongoing professional growth and competency relevant to practice area.
• Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population.
• Proficiency of both official languages (English and French) essential for bilingual positions.
• Respect confidentiality in all formats.
• Good work and attendance record.

• Must meet physical and mental demands of the job; no hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work days, evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as duties may require.
• Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the selection process materials or activities.
• Required to complete and maintain Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. Service charges incurred will be the responsibility of the successful candidate.
• Candidates are requested to provide three work‑related references from non‑related persons with direct knowledge of current and past work performance.

Southern Health‑Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of its workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and voluntarily self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application. The organization is committed to offering services in English and French in areas serving French‑speaking communities. If no candidates meet the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.