PREREQUISITES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Diploma in Nursing from an accredited educational institution recognized or approved by the BCCNM.
2. Current registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as Authorized to practice – Current – Practising LPN.
3. Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider (current certification, within last year) from Heart & Stroke Foundation or equivalent.
4. Phlebotomy training, including a combination of training and experience, proficiency in performing phlebotomy skills in a busy clinical environment. If not already in possession of this certification, opportunity for training and practical experience will be provided on site.
5. Experience in dispensing medications to patients, knowledge of and proficiency in the Rights of Medication Administration, and counselling patients on use of subcutaneous, IM, oral, and vaginal medications.
6. Adequate computer skills. Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, in particular). Understanding of the internet is necessary.
7. Previous experience in reproductive endocrinology is not required but is preferred however due to the complexities of this nursing specialty. Previous gynaecology, labour and delivery, or sexual health nursing are also preferred experiences for the Nurse in the learning role.

REQUISITE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Please see the BCCNM document Becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse in Canada: Requisite Skills and Abilities.
Notable skills and abilities from this document include:
· Able to problem solve, reason, make decisions and use critical thinking to develop professional judgment
· Speak, write, read and comprehend English and/or French adequately to effectively communicate in a clear and concise manner
· Recognize their own non-verbal signals and interpret those received from others while considering individual differences in expression and associated meaning
· Manage own behaviour well enough to provide safe, competent and ethical nursing care
· Fulfill responsibility as part of a team
· Set priorities and organize actions in an environment with multiple demands
· Manage time appropriately
· Develop relationships and rapport with individuals and groups
· Recognize the needs of clients and colleagues

Please refer the Job description for details