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licensed practical nurse (L.P.N.)
Title posted on CareerBeacon - Moncton Licensed Practical Nurse (LPNA) PCN 270
Posted on November 14, 2024 by Employer details Horizon Health Network
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JOB PURPOSETo provide nursing care to patients under the direction of the Nurse.QUALIFICATIONSGraduation from an approved school for Licensed Practical Nurses.Must be currently registered with the NB Association of Licensed Practical Nurses.Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and a collaborative practice work structure.Ability to function within the LPN scope of practice.Demonstrates initiative, good judgment and the ability to set priorities.Consistently demonstrates effective communication skills both verbal and written.High regard for confidentiality.Relevant work experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse within the past five years.Willing to complete any relevant advanced competency education.Maintains annually, CPR and other online learning requirements (ie WHMIS, Emergency Codes, Hand Washing, MRSA, Standard and Transmission Based Precautions).Ability to attend work on a regular basis.Ability to perform the duties of the position.Good work record.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESUnder the direction of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurses:Observes and reports changes in patients' behavior;Participated in goal-oriented communication, verbal and non-verbal, on an individual and group Basis;Charts pertinent information:Participates in the development and modification of Nursing care plans;Measures, reports, and records:temperature ? oral, rectal, axilla:respirations;pulse;blood pressure;weight and height.Assists patients:with sitting and standing;to wheelchairs and stretchers;with ambulation and exercise (crutch, cane, walker);with passive and active exercise.Uses measures to prevent contractures and maintain individual body alignment:positions in bed, chair;braces, splints.Used protective devices:foot boards, bed cradles, fracture board:alternating pressure mattress;restraints and devices according to manufacturer's instructions.Applies slings, binders.Assists with basic hygiene needs:bathing, shaving and skin care;the prevention of decubiti;general and special foot care;general and special mouth care;shampoos (including in bed).Performs the following procedures:collects and labels specimens, urine, stool, sputum, skin surface swabs;applies hot packs and cold packs;assists with breathing and coughing exercises;assists with postural drainage;simple dry dressing;surgical preps;glycerin suppository.Utilizes Basic Life Saving techniques (if Certified):artificial respiration;resuscitation bags;external cardiac massage;Heimlich's maneuverUses proper techniques for isolation.Assists with basic elimination needs:bed pan, urinal, commode;measures and records output, urine and stool;cares for patient with continuous bladder drainage;provides perineal care;administers simple enema;cares for regulated colostomy and ileostomy;disempacts rectum when directed.Assists the individual to meet nutritional needs by:Menu selection;Assisting with meal and feeding when required.Assists with respiratory therapy via oxygen mask and cannula.Provides post mortem care.Admits patient after initial assessment by registered nurse.Prepares patient for transfer and/or discharge as directed.Maintains effective working relationship with staff, patients, and the public.Answers patient call bell.Attends in-service as directed. COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORKAchieve ResultsAnalytical ThinkingAttention To DetailCoaching and Developing OthersCommitment and EngagementCommunicationDecision MakingEngages OthersFlexibilityInformation GatheringInnovationInterpersonal RelationsLeads SelfMentoringPatient/Client FocusPlanning and Prioritizing WorkProblem SolvingProject ManagementRelationship ManagementResults OrientationStrategic CommunicationStress ManagementTeamwork and CollaborationTrainingEmployees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon's Terms of EmploymentInterested? Apply Today?Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.About Horizon's Recruitment ProcessWe thank all applicant who apply; however,- LocationMoncton, NB
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$29.92HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- Source CareerBeacon #191439
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