**. (licensed practical nurse)

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 8 to 35 hours per week Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year Work setting Nursing home/home for the aged Tasks Administer medications Ensure infection control Administer medication and observe and document therapeutic effects Take vital signs, apply aseptic techniques including sterile dressing, ensure infection control, monitore nutritional intake and conduct specimen collection 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 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 CPR Certificate First Aid Certificate Area of specialization Geriatrics Security and safety Criminal record check Immunization records Tuberculosis test Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Repetitive tasks Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking 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 Health benefits Dental plan Health care plan Vision care benefits Other benefits Other benefits Wellness program