Month: July 2015

In case you missed it… Curious about what’s happening today with Licensed Practical Nurse scope of practice? Join CLPNA’s Practice Team for a webinar in September as they explain the changes and highlights of the newly revised Competency Profile for Licensed Practical Nurses, 3rd Edition (2015). Released June 2, 2015, the 274-page document defines LPN…

Starting this October, seasonal influenza vaccine will once again be offered, clinics will open, and thousands will pour in. That demand creates many opportunities for those Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) who have an Immunization Specialization, and many questions about how to achieve this designation. Due to the significant risks involved and specialized education required, vaccination…

Despite modern medicine’s advances, the lowly pressure ulcer represents a major health threat to patients with reduced mobility, chronic disease, and the elderly. It can affect mobility, nutritional intake, elimination and psychological well-being. A comprehensive Pressure Ulcers eCourse is now available from the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) to provide nurses with…