Licensed Practical Nurse - Ambulatory Care

Overview

Languages
English
Education
~ College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience
Will train
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
Hospital/medical facility or clinic
Medical clinic
Responsibilities
Tasks
Prepare patients for surgery by washing, shaving and sterilizing operative areas
Provide technical assistance to surgeons by laying out instruments, setting up equipment, assisting surgical teams with gowns and gloves and passing instruments to surgeons
Clean and sterilize the operating room and instruments
Provide pre-operative and post-operative personal and comfort care
Provide safety and health education to individuals and their families
Provide nursing services, within defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures
Monitor patients' progress, evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and consult with appropriate members of healthcare team
Spider vein treatments
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province/territory of work
CPR Certificate
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Repetitive tasks
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Standing for extended periods
Personal suitability
Client focus
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Initiative
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
Dental plan
Health care plan
Vision care benefits
Other benefits
Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer