Licensed Practical Nurse - Haig West
About The Position
Medicentres is a growing network of professionally managed healthcare clinics dedicated to providing accessible healthcare to patients across Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario. Regardless of your role, you will be an integral part of our customer-first team and are guaranteed to make an impact on the lives of Canadians. Medicentres is seeking to change the way healthcare is delivered in Canada by using technology to improve the patient experience. By choosing to belong at Medicentres, you will join a team of passionate, like-minded people enjoying a challenging and rewarding career in the ever-changing health care industry. It starts with you. That's a simple sentence but it says a lot. It reminds each one of us that what we do matters. Reporting to the Clinic Manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing exceptional customer service to our patients and physicians and executing on the organization’s strategic objectives as it relates to clinic operations and patient care.
Requirements
- Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA)
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Strong communication and patient care skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Able to adapt to challenges and change
- Able to follow directions as given by physicians and management
Nice To Haves
- Experience in primary care or medical clinic setting preferred
- Experience with Med Access software is preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in a busy medical clinic setting
- Triage patients and assess vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, height, and weight
- Prepare patients for physician examinations and procedures
- Assist physicians with minor procedures and treatments
- Administer injections, immunizations, and medications as ordered by the physician
- Perform EKGs, wound care, ear flushing, and dressings, etc.
- Collect and prepare laboratory specimens (biopsies, urine, swabs)
- Conduct point-of-care testing such as urine dips, pregnancy tests, etc.
- Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR) and chart patient information
- Provide patient education regarding medications, treatments, and follow-up care
- Monitor and maintain clinic supplies and medical equipment
- Ensure infection prevention and control protocols are followed
- Support physicians and clinic staff to maintain efficient patient flow
- Coordinate with pharmacies, labs, and other healthcare providers as needed
- Participate in clinic quality improvement and safety practices
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
