Zone: Central Zone
Location: James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre, Gander

Licensed Practical Nurse I
Central Zone - JPM Nursing Relief
Temporary Full-time (Approximately 6 months)
42241FLT
Hours 75 (Shift Work)
Salary CGL29 (CAD29.62 - CAD32.62 per hour)
Competition Number VAC0003750
Posted Date 2024-11-13
Closing Date Open until filled.
Demands, duties, qualifications

Definition of work:

Hemodialysis is a technical, specialized clinical patient service area. Work involves providing nursing care and treatment services for the hemodialysis patient within the Licensed Practical Nurse scope of practice. The successful candidate must demonstrate an awareness of and be responsible for promoting and supporting person-and family-centred care, demonstrate a commitment to safety and partner with all team members to improve worker and patient safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks and implementing improvements.

Physical Demands:

By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):

• Constantly moves/lifts up to 10-15lbs, regularly moves/lifts up to 50lbs; required to restrain/reposition/move/lift up to, or above, 50lbs with co-worker assistance and repetitively required to complete pushing/pulling with medium force (22-44lbsF).
• Constantly stands/walks. May work in awkward or cramped positions to assist with care. Work repetitively involves reaching/stretching, bending/twisting and repeated bouts of low level postures such as squatting, crouching or stooping
• Potential for exposure to blood, bodily fluids and/or other contagion. May be exposed to patients/residents with potential risk for aggressive behavior.
• Work Environments present potential for exposure to scented/chemical products and/or other allergens within publicly accessible areas.

Required qualifications:

• Graduation from a Practical Nursing Program approved by Central Health.
• Currently registered with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador.
• Current BLS certification.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Consistent demonstration of the core values of NL Health Services: Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (I CARE)
• Demonstrated competency in working to the full scope of practice (as per the CLPNNL and Central Health's policies and procedures) and standards of care relevant to designated client population.
• Completion of other skills and post basic competencies as required.
• Work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary care team and support the Registered Nurse in caring for clients with unpredictable outcomes as required.
• Work under the direction of a Registered Nurse for patients where the acuity or complexity of care requires an advanced level of knowledge and skill beyond the scope of practice for Licensed Practical Nurses.
• Completion of Central Health's Admissions Module for LPNs, or willingness to complete prior to commencement of the position.
• Completion of Central Health's Peripherally Inserted Catheters (PICC) Module for LPNs, or willingness to complete prior to commencement of the position.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Wound Care Management and Medication Administration including IM, IV and subcutaneous injections.
• A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required for this position.
• A satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local police authority.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Recent hemodialysis experience.