The Professional Practice Series: Documents to Support LPN Practice

Posted on September 21, 2015 by CLPNNS Posted in Practice Resources

The Professional Practice Series is a group of documents that have been created to help LPNs and others better understand the scope of practice of the LPN in Nova Scotia. They are guidelines that outline the licensed practical nurse’s accountability in…

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Personal Health Information Act (PHIA)

Posted on September 4, 2015 by CLPNNS Posted in Practice Resources

What does that mean for you? Click HERE to view PHIA Q&A for LPNs Document. Click HERE to view the Act. Please visit the PHIA website at www.novascotia.ca/dhw/phia to review the following new resources: a video and voice-over presentation summarizing the key points…

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Beyond Entry-Level Competencies

Posted on September 3, 2015 by CLPNNS Posted in Competencies

Some competencies in the LPN Competency Profile are obtained through education, training and clinical experiences beyond the practical nursing program. Beyond Entry-Level Competencies are those skills gained through additional education and clinical practice. Beyond entry-level competencies may be informal or formal. Informal Beyond Entry-Level…

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Other Guidelines for LPNs

Posted on September 3, 2015 by CLPNNS Posted in Practice Guidelines

Guidelines are documents intended to provide general guidance, instruction and direction to LPNs so that they may make informed decisions. Guidelines support professional judgment and permit flexible decision-making in practice. Am I Practicing Nursing? Supporting Excellence in Practical Nursing Profession Entry-Level versus…

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Practice Guidelines, Position Statements, & Practice Memos

Posted on September 3, 2015 by CLPNNS Posted in Practice Guidelines

Practice Guidelines Practice guidelines are documents that outline the licensed practical nurse’s accountability in specific practice contexts. They reflect relevant legislation and are designed to help licensed practical nurses understand their responsibilities and legal obligations so they can make safe…

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LPN Act and Regulations

Posted on May 17, 2013 by CLPNNS Posted in Practice Resources

If you would like a copy of the LPN Act or Regulations there are several options: Download the most current Act and Regulations in PDF format. Licensed Practical Nurses Act (2006) Licensed Practical Nurses Regulations (April 14, 2009) Download a…

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CLPNNS Position Statements

Posted on April 23, 2013 by CLPNNS Posted in Practice Guidelines

Social Media Social Media Social Media Power Point Presentation Video: Social Media Video courtesy of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) The Perils of Posting (Health Association of Nova Scotia, June 2014) Self-Reporting of Criminal Offence Self-Reporting…

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Practice Guidelines

Posted on April 23, 2013 by CLPNNS Posted in Practice Guidelines

Medical Assistance in Dying (August 17, 2016) Medical Assistance in Dying: Guidelines for Nurses Medical Assistance in Dying Webinar Slides Professional Practice Series: Guidelines to Support LPN Practice Scope of Practice Nursing Care Plan Leadership Self-Regulation Duty of Care Resolving…

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Practice Memos and Updates

Posted on April 23, 2013 by CLPNNS Posted in Practice Guidelines

Practice Memos and Updates are developed in response to specific changes in practice or legislation. They will go out to the membership and stakeholders. Licensure Requirement for Orientation (May 2012) IV Therapy & Mandatory vs. Non-Mandatory Competencies (January 2012) Peripheral…

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Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics

Posted on May 17, 2013 by CLPNNS Posted in Practice Resources

Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics for LPNs in Canada (2013) Halifax, NS- October 2, 2013: On September 23, 2013 the Board of Directors of the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Nova Scotia (CLPNNS) approved and adopted for…

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