Licensed Practical Nurse, FNCU

IWK Health Centre

Oct 24, 2024

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Junior Level
Healthcare
Halifax

Requirements

Graduate from an approved Practical Nurse Diploma Program required; 2 year diploma preferred.
Licensed, or eligible to be licensed, with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN) required.
Successful completion of pharmacology and health assessment courses required.
Recent clinical experience that includes administration of medication and health assessments is required.
Recent experience in mother-baby nursing preferred.
NRP Certification an asset.
Current successful completion of a Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada Basic Life Support Level (BLS) Program within the last 12 months, or successful completion of a BLS Renewal Challenge Certificate, required.
Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team and to request and accept direction, as required, is essential.
Demonstrated critical thinking, within scope of practice, including: clinical judgment, problem solving skills and strong decision making ability is essential.
Demonstrated professional manner required, along with effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Must have demonstrated initiative, effective time management and organizational skills.
Demonstrated commitment to professional development and skills.
Competency in other languages considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Promoting an anti-racist environment, and calling out discrimination as we work and provide care, is important to us.
The LPN is responsible and accountable to the public for his/her own practice according to the standards defined by the Nova Scotia College of Nursing, Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics and Standards, and policies and procedures of IWK Health.
The LPN provides care independently to patients/families who have: well defined and established care needs; coping mechanisms and supports systems in place; well-controlled or managed health conditions; little fluctuation in condition over time; obvious signs and symptoms; predictable, localized and manageable responses; predictable outcomes; and predictable changes in health condition.
The LPN would provide care, under the guidance and direction, and in collaboration and consultation, with a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or physician and/or other appropriate health care provider when: care needs are not well defined or established or changing; coping mechanisms and supports are unknown, not functioning or not in place; health condition not well controlled or managed; frequent monitoring and reassessment required; fluctuating assessment; unpredictable outcomes; and unpredictable changes in health condition.
The LPN applies practical nursing theory in the assessment of patients, collaboration in the development of the nursing care plan, implementation of the care plan and ongoing evaluation of the patient.
The LPN works in consultation with RN/LPN colleagues and other members of the interdisciplinary team to meet the needs of more complex patients/clients.
In accepting care the LPN considers: patient/client factors, nurse factors such as competence, environmental factors, IWK Health policies and job description.

FAQs

What is the employment type for this position?

The employment type is a temporary hourly full-time long assignment (100% FTE) for approximately twelve (12) months.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours consist of 11.25-hour rotating shifts, specifically from 0700-1900 and 1900-0700.

What educational qualifications are required for the Licensed Practical Nurse position?

A graduate from an approved Practical Nurse Diploma Program is required, with a preference for a 2-year diploma.

Is licensure required for this role?

Yes, candidates must be licensed or eligible to be licensed with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN).

What type of experience is preferred for applicants?

Recent clinical experience that includes administration of medication and health assessments is required, with a preference for recent experience in mother-baby nursing.

What are the required certifications for this position?

Candidates must have current successful completion of a Basic Life Support (BLS) Program within the last 12 months or a successful completion of a BLS Renewal Challenge Certificate.

Is there a preference for applicants with certain personal backgrounds?

Yes, IWK Health welcomes all interested persons who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Immigrants/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, or 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply.

When is the application closing date?

The application closing date is October 28, 2024, at 23:59 Atlantic Time.

What aspects are considered during patient care by the LPN?

The LPN considers patient/client factors, nurse factors such as competence, environmental factors, IWK Health policies, and their job description.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to professional development and skills.

IWK Health Centre

Science & Healthcare

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

Mission & Purpose

IWK Health is an internationally recognized academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, NS dedicated to the highest standards of patient and family-centred care, research and education. The IWK is an integral part of the region’s communities, caring for a population of two million women, children, youth and families across Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick, and providing sub-specialty care to residents of Newfoundland & Labrador. As one of two provincial health authorities in Nova Scotia, the IWK is shaping, cultivating and stewarding the health agenda for families and has charted an ambitious course to world-class outcomes. MISSION: To passionately pursue a healthy future for women, children, youth and families VALUES: Safe, Compassionate Care through Leadership, Innovation, Integrity, and Partnerships