Licensed Practical Nurses: when providing immunization services, it is important to be aware of your legal responsibilities and the education required to perform this activity. This webinar: For more information please review the CLPNA’s Interpretive Document: Immunization Regulation Duties. The webinar includes a LIVE Q&A with Professional Practice Advisors. WEBINAR: Immunization Practice and Regulation October…
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Webinar: What Is a Restricted Activity? (Sept. 5 & 7)
Restricted activities are high risk health services listed in section 1.3 of the Health Professions Act. They require additional education, skills, and direct, indirect, or indirect remote supervision. An LPN is authorized to perform restricted activities outlined in Health Professions Restricted Activities Regulation and in accordance with requirements in standards of practice. However, the LPN…
read moreWebinar: Immunization Practice & Regulation (June 15 & 22)
Licensed Practical Nurses: when providing immunization services, it is important to be aware of your legal responsibilities and the education required to perform this activity. This webinar: 1) Reviews LPN Scope of Practice regarding administering immunizations2) Discusses your options for education and training3) Outlines reporting requirements For more information please review: Related – Immunization Reporting…
read moreWebinar: Connecting Regulation to LPN Professional Practice (June 8 & 13)
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,…
read moreWebinar: Long COVID – Supporting Patient Care (May 23 & 25)
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 webinar will assist LPNs in being aware of the latest information to support patient care in the treatment of Long COVID….
read moreWebinar: Duty to Report (May 2 & 9)
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) encounter varied situations in their practice. These situations may involve the professional and legal duty to report information to certain authorities or designated persons as part of the healthcare team. An LPN’s legal duty to report may be required by legislation, professional expectations, or employer requirements. Some example types of information…
read moreWebinar: Communication Strategies to Support People Living with Dementia (April 20 & 27)
In this webinar, we will discuss specific strategies to facilitate communication with people who have dementia. We will focus on Alzheimer’s dementia, covering topics related to memory and communication, including hearing loss, with examples of practical evidence-based techniques that you can put into immediate practice. After participating in the webinar, learners will be able to…
read moreWebinar: Privacy Legislation in Alberta (April 11 & 18)
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…
read moreWebinar: New Graduate Registration Information (March 23)
To work or accept employment in Alberta, Licensed Practical Nurses must be registered and have a valid Practice Permit from the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA), as per the Health Professions Act (HPA) of Alberta. Provisional Registration allows new graduates who have completed an approved Practical Nursing Program in Alberta to practice…
read moreWebinar: Immunization Practice & Regulation (Mar 7 & 9)
Licensed Practical Nurses: when providing immunization services, it is important to be aware of your legal responsibilities and the education required to perform this activity.This webinar: 1) Reviews LPN Scope of Practice regarding administering immunizations2) Discusses your options for education and training3) Outlines reporting requirements For more information please review: Related – Immunization Reporting for…
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