Job Description

Horizon Health Network is an equal opportunity employer.

COMPETITION #: 2022-65919 External

BARGAINING UNIT: NBNU

ZONE: Fredericton

DEPARTMENT: HCFS NURSE PRACTITIONER HC

FACILITY: Primary Health Care

POSTING TYPE: Permanent Full Time

JOB TITLE: Licensed Practical Nurse

CLASSIFICATION: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPNA)

LANGUAGE: English Essential

HOURS OF WORK: Rotating Days, Evenings, Subject to change due to operational requirements

SALARY: $29.33 to $31.50 per hour

JOB PURPOSE:

The LPN provides Primary Health Care services, Illness/Injury Prevention, Chronic Disease Management, and Community Development services, using a population health approach in an interdisciplinary team of health providers. In keeping with the Community Health Centre framework, and the Community Health Program Standards, the service model is based on the principles of primary health care with the primary goal of supporting communities in meeting their health care needs.

As a member of the interdisciplinary team, provides quality patient care within their scope of practice to patients and families. Performs duties and responsibilities under the direction of the Registered Nurse, Physician, Nurse Practitioner and/or other primary care providers.

In addition to the above, this position will provide clinical nursing support to the Episodic Care Clinic co-located within the Fredericton Southside Health Centre.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

The LPN reports to the Community Health Centre Manager

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Active registration with the Association of New Brunswick Licensed Practical Nurses (ANBLPN).
• Current BCLS certification
• Medication Administration Course and Adult Physical Assessment Certification
• Demonstrated ability to work well under the direction of the Registered Nurse/Primary Care Providers and respond to rapidly changing priorities.
• Good work and attendance record
• Demonstrated communication, interpersonal and team-building skills.
• Certified in phlebotomy in centres where phlebotomy is performed
• Physically able to perform assigned duties.
• Recent experience in Primary Healthcare and/or Critical Care would be considered an asset.
• Experience with injection teaching would be considered an asset.
• Recent Sexual Health experience would be considered an asset.
• Recent experience with Pediatric immunizations would be considered an asset.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.
• Written and spoken competence in English is required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patient Care

• Manages phlebotomy and/or other specimens for collection, following regional procedures with accurate documentation
• Collects other specimen as ordered, appropriately following regional procedures and documenting accurately
• Prepares specimen for transport to the lab, following policy and procedures and

Transportation of Dangerous Goods guidelines

• Appropriately supports other screening and monitoring processes such as diabetic screening > 40 years, colorectal screening, etc.
• Participates and collaborates with the team in the development and implementation of the patient focused care plan and self-management plan.
• Delivers safe and effective patient care.
• Assists the patient to the exam room, determines the reason for visit and appropriately prepares the patient for the primary care provider. This includes appropriately disrobing and draping the patient as necessary, completing the vital signs, weight, height etc, with accurate documentation. Provides appropriate support supplies and/or equipment. After the visit is completed, prepares the room for the next patient.
• Documents nursing care according to nursing standards and Horizon Health Network policies and procedures.
• Identifies and reports pertinent information to the Registered Nurse or Primary Care Provider.

Communication/Teamwork:

• Promotes effective inter-departmental communication.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families and members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Communicates clinical/administrative concerns to Centre/Clinic Manager or designate
• Promotes positive relationships with patients, families and communities. Works collaboratively with members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Assists in developing and maintaining effective relationships with outside agencies and the community.
• Assists with identifying, planning and implementing health promotion programs based on determined need, in collaboration with individuals, groups and other health care professionals.

Education

• Attends in-services and continuing education programs for self-development and participates in formal educational programs.
• Assumes responsibility for maintaining clinical competence.
• Maintains annual certification in skills / programs as required.
• Shares expertise with peers and others.

Quality Management

• Participates in quality management activities at the facility level such as documentation of incidents, cost-effective use of equipment and supplies, and activities as specific to the area.
• Demonstrates knowledge of, and adheres to, facility standards and regional policies.
• Attends staff meetings and participates in committees.
• Participates in quality management programs.

Note: These responsibilities are the basic and prime duties associated with this position; other related and allied duties may be assigned from time to time as may be necessary to the operation of the Community Health Centre.

Applications for this position must be submitted on-line by January 18, 2023.

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

NOTE: There will be no further postings for this position should there be no fully qualified applicants. If you wish to be considered for this position and have most of the qualifications as posted and the registration or licensure where required, you are encouraged to apply at this time.

Should testing be required to demonstrate language proficiency, the official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon hiring purposes.

Please quote Competition # 2022-65919 -External. Horizon Health Network appreciates expressed interest, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Human Resources Department, Horizon Health Network.

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