Location: Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre/Carmelite House/GFW Long Term Care, Grand Falls-Windsor

Licensed Practical Nurse I

Central Zone – CNF Nursing Float Staff

Temp Call-In

Hours: (Shift Work)

Salary: CGL29 (CAD30.16 – CAD33.22 per hour)

Competition Number: VAC0008771

Posted Date: 2025-03-13

Closing Date: Open until filled.

Definition of Work:

Work involves providing nursing care and treatment services for the physically ill, disabled and/or cognitively impaired clients under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The successful candidate must demonstrate an awareness of and be responsible for promoting and supporting person-and family-centered care, demonstrate a commitment to safety and partner with all team members to improve worker and patient safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks and implementing improvements.

Physical Demands:

By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):

* Constantly moves/lifts up to 10-15lbs, regularly moves/lifts up to 50lbs; required to restrain/reposition/move/lift up to, or above, 50lbs with co-worker assistance and repetitively required to complete pushing/pulling with medium force (22-44lbsF).

* Constantly stands/walks. May work in awkward or cramped positions to assist with care. Work repetitively involves reaching/stretching, bending/twisting and repeated bouts of low level postures such as squatting, crouching or stooping.

* Potential for exposure to blood, bodily fluids and/or other contagion. May be exposed to patients/residents with potential risk for aggressive behavior.

* Work Environments present potential for exposure to scented/chemical products and/or other allergens within publicly accessible areas.

Required qualifications:

* Graduation from a practical nursing program approved by Central Health.

* Current BLS certification.

* Current registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador.

* Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills.

* Consistent demonstration of the core values of NL Health Services: Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (I CARE)

* A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required for this position.

* A satisfactory certificate of conduct from the RCMP or local police authority.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience in licensed practical nursing.