Licensed Practical Nurse - Testing

Overview

Languages
English
Education
~ College/CEGEP

Experience
Experience an asset
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Work setting
Willing to relocate
Home care and visiting care agency
Responsibilities
Tasks
Administer medications
Apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing
Conduct specimen collection
Ensure infection control
Monitor nutritional intake
Observe and record medication’s therapeutic and side effects
Record medication’s therapeutic and side effects observations in patient files
Take vital signs
Provide pre-operative and post-operative personal and comfort care
Monitor established respiratory therapy and intravenous therapy
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
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province/territory of work
Completion of the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certificate
CPR Certificate
First Aid Certificate
Additional information
Security and safety
Driver's validity licence check
Eligible for professional liability insurance
Tuberculosis test
Vulnerable sector check
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver's licence
Own transportation
Own vehicle
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Repetitive tasks
Physically demanding
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Ability to distinguish between colours
Sound discrimination
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Standing for extended periods
Large caseload
Personal suitability
Accurate
Client focus
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Interpersonal awareness
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Values and ethics
Benefits
Health benefits
Dental plan
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Group insurance benefits
Life insurance
Mileage paid
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Long term benefits
~ Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits
Learning/training paid by employer
Other benefits
Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
Team building opportunities
Parking available
Travel insurance
Wellness program