Peguis Health Centre is seeking applications for 2 Full-Time Term Licensed Practical Nurse(s) for the Public Health Department.
Position Summary:
- The Licensed Practical Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care to patients, residents, clients in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
- The Licensed Practical Nurse provides clinical direction to Health Care Aides, Unit Clerks and other LPN’s when the LPN is assigned charge responsibilities.
- Licensed Practical Nurses recognize and fulfill their Professional responsibilities by practicing within the scope of practice of the Licensed Practical Nurses Act, the approved College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM) Scope of Practice and Entry–Level Competencies, provincial and federal legislation and within the guidelines of professional ethics.
- The position of Licensed Practical Nurse functions in a manner consistent with, and supports the Mission, Vision and Values of the Peguis Health Centre
- The Licensed Practical Nurse will receive direct supervision from the Nurse in Charge.
- Provide direct nursing services to clients in the community.
- Assist in case management, assessments, care plans, and electronic data input.
- Participate in training as required.
Qualifications:
- Active practicing licensure with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM), or eligible for active practicing licensure with the (CLPNM).
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Training
- Knowledge, competence and ability to demonstrate clinical nursing skills and concepts in accordance with approved nursing standards.
- Basic knowledge and skills to work with computers, and electronic software programs.
- Ability to make effective decisions regarding nursing care.
- Demonstrated effective problem solving, organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated communication skills.
- Ability to maintain positive working relationships with co-workers and clients.
- Satisfactory employment record. Internal applicants must include a current resume with application upon change of classification or program.
As a condition of employment, all successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check (with vulnerable sector screening), adult abuse and child abuse registry checks prior to commencing employment.
Direct care workers are required to either be vaccinated for Covid-19 or to participate in on-going regular Covid-19 testing pursuant to Orders made under The Public Health Act C.C.S.M. c.P210. Successful applicants will be notified at the time of offer of the applicability of this requirement for this position.
We encourage successful Indigenous individuals to self-declare by completing a voluntary self-declaration as part of the application process. Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to communicate in more than one language would be considered an asset.
Peguis Health Centre values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.
Salary Range: $32.00 – $38.00 per hour
Position may lead to full time permanent employment.
Employees are subject to the Peguis First Nation Employee Drug Testing Policy.
Interested applicants can mail, drop off, or email a cover letter and resume with at least (2) references – one of which is to be from your last employer; by March 24, 2023 at 5:00 PM to:
Delma McPherson, Human Resource Manager
Peguis Health Centre
P.O. Box 690 Peguis, MB R0C 3J0
Email: Health.HRVision@peguisfirstnation.ca
Interviews to be held Monday, March 27, 2023 and to start work April 11, 2023
This position is subject to a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. Peguis Health Centre wishes to thank all applicants expressing interest but only those who meet the requirements will be notified for an interview.
