Orthopaedic Speciality - LPN

Position #: 9001235

Expected Start Date: March 03, 2025

Union: CUPE

Facility: Battlefords Union Hospital

City/Town: North Battleford

Department: Orthopedic Specialty Clinic

Type: Casual

FTE: 0

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 17 $38.860 to $41.640 (3 step range)

Travel Required: No

Job Description: Provides nursing care to patients with orthopaedic injuries/conditions through the application, adjustment and removal of a variety of immobilization devices.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Two (2) years experience working in acute care setting
• (entry prerequisite - Advanced Education in Orthopaedics for LPN's certificate)

Education

• Practical Nursing diploma

Licenses

• College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Saskatchewan
• Advanced Orthopaedic Specialty endorsement

Other Education and Training

• Advanced Education in Orthopaedics for LPN's certificate

Competencies

• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Basic - Computer skills
• Organizational skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to work independently

Other Information

• No guaranteed hours. Must be available a minimum of twenty-four (24) hours per 3 week period. Must be available all shifts, short shifts, short notice calls, stats and holidays, where applicable.
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• Licensed with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Saskatchewan
• with Advanced Orthopaedic Specialty endorsement.