Licensed Practical Nurse Specific Skills

Monitor established respiratory therapy and intravenous therapy; Provide safety and health education to individuals and their families; Administer medication and observe and document therapeutic effects; Take vital signs, apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing, ensure infection control, monitore nutritional intake and conduct specimen collection; Provide nursing services, within defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures; Monitor patients' progress, evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and consult with appropriate members of healthcare team

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Large caseload

Security and Safety

Immunization records; Tuberculosis test; Criminal record check

Work Setting Nursing home/home for the aged

Experience Experience an asset

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province/territory of work

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Languages English