Licensed Practical Nurse Specific Skills

Administer medication and observe and document therapeutic effects; Provide nursing services, within defined scope of practice, to patients based on patient assessment and care planning procedures

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Interpersonal awareness; Reliability

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Fast-paced environment; Attention to detail

Security and Safety Criminal record check

Work Setting

Chronic or long-term care facilities/centres; Nursing home/home for the aged

Area of Specialization Geriatrics

Additional Skills Train and supervise staff; Supervise staff

Specific Skills Oversee safety of operations

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

Education

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

Languages English