Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - OESH Influenza

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Manager, Occupational Health, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)  is responsible for providing professional practical nursing services to the WRHA Influenza program for  staff immunizations. The LPN will demonstrate a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives  of the Regional/Shared Health OESH program. 

The LPN is responsible to administer influenza vaccines while adhering to all safety and health regulations and safe work practices. LPNs provide, collect, and document information regarding influenza vaccines, and will be required to work at multiple sites dependent on the Influenza vaccine schedule.

Experience

• Minimum one-year of recent clinical experience.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing Education program required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM).


• Valid driver‘s license and access to a reliable motor vehicle suitable for all environmental conditions.

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/MB Renal Program 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.
  
  
  
  


• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.


• Demonstrates 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.

Physical Requirements

• Good physical and mental health.


• Moderate to heavy physical effort required.


• Physically able to lift and carry heavy equipment and supplies.


• Physically capable of providing service in a wide variety of community settings under varying weather and environmental conditions.


• Rotating shifts and weekends required.


• Good communication skills are essential.