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

Work Location Information Various locations

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Repetitive tasks; Physically demanding; Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Security and Safety Criminal record check

Work Setting

Chronic or long-term care facilities/centres; Home care and visiting care agency; Nursing home/home for the aged

Area of Specialization Palliative care; Medical unit

Experience 1 to less than 7 months

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Eligible for licensure as a practical nurse by the province/territory of work; Completion of the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificateor equivalent experience

Languages Bilingual