Licensed Practical Nurse - Immunization Clinic - Immunizer
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse works through the Public Health-Healthy Living Program under the general direction of the Manager Health Services and as a collaborative member of a multidisciplinary My Health Team. The Immunization nurse assesses and provides immunization services to various populations in clinical, community, or school-based settings, applying principles of equity, diversity, and cultural safety. The role requires maintaining professional competence and using current, evidence-based knowledge supported by public health practice. The nurse exercises initiative and independent judgment in setting work priorities, choosing work methods, and responding to unusual matters, while working consistently with Southern Health-Santé Sud’s mission, vision, values, and policies. This is a temporary, 1.0 FTE, in-person position based at Portage Clinic in Portage la Prairie. The anticipated schedule is days, with occasional evenings and weekends as required; daily hours are 7.75 and annual base hours are 2015. The anticipated term is as mutually agreed upon through March 31, 2027, though it may end earlier as outlined in the collective agreement. The position may require travel to other regional facilities and service in a variety of community and clinical settings. The successful candidate must maintain active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba, complete required immunization training modules, and maintain required CPR training in accordance with employer policy. A valid Class 5 driver’s licence, an all-purpose insured vehicle, and at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance are required. The successful candidate must also complete and maintain satisfactory criminal record, vulnerable sector, adult abuse registry, and child abuse registry checks; associated service charges are the candidate’s responsibility.
Requirements
- At least one year of nursing experience.
- Completion of all currently required provincial or regional immunization training modules.
- Current active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM), with ongoing proof of registration.
- CPR training in accordance with employer policy.
- Knowledge of professional standards of practice, the Competency Profile for Licensed Practical Nurses in Manitoba, and the Code of Ethics.
- Knowledge of scope of practice under the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA).
- Knowledge of applicable regional, facility, and unit policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines, and nursing care related to the clinical area.
- Knowledge of the Personal Health Information Act, Protection of Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act, WHMIS, routine practices (universal precautions), and other applicable legislation.
- Knowledge of healthcare team roles and responsibilities and principles of delegation.
- Effective oral and written communication skills; critical-thinking and problem-solving skills; ability to prioritize care and respond to simultaneous demands.
- Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities, work independently and as part of a healthcare team, adapt quickly, maintain concentration despite frequent interruptions, and function in a demanding and stressful environment.
- Physical ability to carry out clinical skills and provide service in varied community and clinical settings, and ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
- Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population and maintain confidentiality across paper, electronic, and other formats.
- Good work and attendance record.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s licence, all-purpose insured vehicle suitable for all environmental conditions, and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check; the successful candidate is responsible for service charges.
- Three work-related references from people who are not related to the applicant and who have direct knowledge of the applicant’s current and past work performance.
Nice To Haves
- Competence in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions, and values.
- Proficiency in both official languages for target and designated bilingual positions; if no candidates meet the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting the other qualifications may be considered.
Responsibilities
- Assess and provide immunization services to various populations.
- Provide immunization services in clinical, community, or school-based settings using principles of equity, diversity, and cultural safety.
- Maintain professional competence and use current, evidence-based knowledge supported by public health practice.
- Determine work priorities and methods, exercise independent judgment, and take appropriate action on unusual matters.
- Collaborate as a member of the multidisciplinary My Health Team.
- Travel to other regional facilities as required by position duties.
- Maintain required professional registration and immunization training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
