Licensed Practical Nurse| Emergency Unit| ACLS/ CTAS Trained| Hospital, Primary Care Centres, Long Term Care| Winnipeg, Manitoba – Hero Care

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse| Emergency Unit| ACLS/ CTAS Trained| Hospital, Primary Care Centres, Long Term Care| Winnipeg, Manitoba

Location: Winnipeg, MB

Job Description: Role: Licensed Practical Nurse| Emergency Unit| ACLS/ CTAS Trained| Hospital, Primary Care Centres, Long Term Care| Winnipeg, ManitobaWage: $40/HRCasual + Pick-Up Shifts AvailableKMS Compensation ProvidedASAP Start DateVarious Hospitals, Primary Care & LTC Locations Available for Pick- Up in and around the Winnipeg, Manitoba Area;Hospital Locations:Arborg, Ashern, Beausejour, Eriksdale, Gimli, Pinawa, Pine Falls, Selkirk, Stonewall, TeulonPrimary Care Centre Locations:Beausejour, Lac du Bonnet, Oakbank, Pinawa, Pine Falls, WhitemouthLong Term Care Locations:Arborg, Ashern, Beausejour, Eriksdale, Fisher Branch, Gimli, Lac du Bonnet, Lundar, Oakbank, Pine Falls, Selkirk (3), Stonewall, Teulon, WhitemouthQUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY:

• Licensed Practical Nurse License, in good standing with the Provincial College of Nurses
• Current BCLS+ ACLS
• Minimum 1 year experience within ER unit
• Vulnerable Sector Check, renewed within the year
• Professional Liability Insurance

SKILLS & ABILITY:MUST BE EQUIPPED TO ADJUST TO ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES ACCORDING TO EACH UNIT; SOME OF WHICH MAY INCLUDE:

• Medical knowledge
• Patience
• Compassion
• Kindness
• Critical thinking skills
• Knowledge of infection control practices
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules
• Excellent communication skills
• Empathy

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans and manages patient care according to each patient’s needs
• Interviews patients and records their medical history and physical condition
• Obtains patient vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration
• Provides routine care for patients
• Observes patients’ health
• Reviews medical charts
• Accompanies patients to their rooms
• Assists physicians and registered nurses
• Communicates with patients and their families
• Performs standard diagnostic procedures including EKG, phlebotomy, venipuncture, PFT, and Doppler
• Prepares specimens for lab courier
• Administers medications
• Provides wound care
• Prepares and administers injections and/or enemas
• Assists with patient comfort
• Monitor catheters

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Admitting new residents
• Assisting physicians during rounds of residents’ rooms
• Assigning and delegating duties to non-licensed nursing staff
• Monitoring resident care and supervising other nursing staff
• Performing ongoing assessments of residents’ physical and mental health
• Explaining procedures and treatment protocols to residents

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTMust comply with:

• Human Resource, Corporation, and Department Policies
• Must provide satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check
• Must maintain Licensed Practical Nurse class license with the Provincial College of Nurses

AGENCY TRAVEL CONTRACT THROUGH HERO CAREHERO CARE has a proven track record in providing our contract/travel nurses with a variety of exciting, positive, and unique working experiences. The number of our Hero Care healthcare professionals across Canada is growing rapidly and we would love for you to be a part of our team!To learn more about our company and the exciting opportunities we have to offer on our Hero Care A pp , please visit our website at .We look forward to connecting with you!

Company Name: Hero Care

Salary: $40 per hour

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