Category: Educational Videos

The purpose of regulation is to ensure that regulated healthcare providers, such as Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), practice in a safe, competent, and ethical manner. The way LPNs connect their regulatory responsibilities to their nursing practice is of utmost importance. Professionalism requires that LPNs demonstrate professional standards when providing nursing care and collaborating with patients,…

Long COVID describes any signs and symptoms that continue or develop after an acute COVID 19 infection. As a relatively new chronic condition, healthcare professionals are continuing to learn more about its treatment. This video will assist LPNs in being aware of the latest information to support patient care in the treatment of Long COVID….

As a healthcare provider, an LPN has a legal duty to report certain kinds of information. LPNs should be aware of the circumstances in which they are required to report as part of the healthcare team. This presentation provides Alberta LPNs with an overview of what needs to be reported and to whom, legal obligations…

This video discusses specific strategies to facilitate communication with people who have dementia. It focuses on Alzheimer’s dementia, covering topics related to memory and communication, including hearing loss, with examples of practical evidence-based techniques that LPNs can put into immediate practice.

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) have a professional and ethical responsibility to practice within the relevant laws governing privacy and confidentiality of patient information. This means all LPNs have the duty to safeguard a patient’s personal and health information as well as respect a patient’s right to privacy. LPNs are ultimately responsible for determining and understanding…

The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) has launched a series of eight videos explaining different aspects of its complaints process. These videos provide information for members of the public as well as LPNs and other stakeholders. They explore the process by which a complaint against an LPN is received, investigated, and resolved…

Licensed Practical Nurses must have the knowledge, skill, judgment, and competencies related to immunization to practice safely. This video outlines expectations on LPN professional practice when performing immunization duties, including: The CLPNA’s Interpretive Document: Immunization Regulation Duties further guides LPNs in understanding the Immunization Regulation. QUESTIONS? For more information, please contact: Email the CLPNA’s Professional Practice…

Current regulation, including the LPN Professional Regulation, authorizes Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to perform a broad range of activities to support care provided to individuals and their families. It is crucial for LPNs to understand their scope of practice related to the restricted activities that they perform as well as advanced authorizations and areas of…

Regardless of age, eye health and vision problems can impact quality of life. Join Dr. Salma Kiani, OD, and learn what to watch for as a Licensed Practical Nurse in order to support patients and how early identification can reduce the risk impact and increase quality patient outcomes. Review information and potential issues with eye…

A fall can have a significant impact on a person’s independence and lifestyle. Among older adults in Alberta, falls are the leading cause of injury and 1 of 3 older adults will fall at least once per year. This video, presented by Melanie Morgan-Redshaw from the Injury Prevention Centre, outlines risk factors that can lead…