Practice

Practice Corner: <br>Does the CLPNA Require CPR certification?
November 4, 2024|Practice
Practice Corner:
Does the CLPNA Require CPR certification?

Registrants and other stakeholders can contact the Practice Department at the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) to receive clarification on Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) practice. In Practice Corner, we’ll share some frequently asked questions and our answers....

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Changes to Restrictions on Spinal and Epidural Therapy
October 3, 2024|Regulated Members, Practice
Changes to Restrictions on Spinal and Epidural Therapy

The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) has updated policies and guidelines to better align with the Health Professions Restricted Activity Regulation. What has changed: The restriction on Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) removing spinal and epidural catheters has...

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Practice Corner: Can an LPN administer a Papanicolaou (Pap) test?
October 1, 2024|Practice
Practice Corner: Can an LPN administer a Papanicolaou (Pap) test?

Registrants and other stakeholders can contact the Practice Department at the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) to receive clarification on Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) practice. In Practice Corner, we’ll share some frequently asked questions and our answers....

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Practice Corner: Is There a List of Medications that LPNs Are Allowed to Administer?
August 29, 2024|Practice
Practice Corner: Is There a List of Medications that LPNs Are Allowed to Administer?

Registrants and other stakeholders can contact the Practice Department at the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) to receive clarification on Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) practice. In Practice Corner, we’ll share some frequently asked questions and our answers....

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Practice Corner: Does the CLPNA Offer Training for Specific Clinical Activities?
August 1, 2024|Practice
Practice Corner: Does the CLPNA Offer Training for Specific Clinical Activities?

Registrants and other stakeholders can contact the Practice Department at the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) to receive clarification on Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) practice. In Practice Corner, we’ll share some frequently asked questions and our answers....

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Infection Prevention and Control
August 1, 2024|Policy, Practice
Infection Prevention and Control

The CLPNA’s practice guideline supports LPNs in preventing the transmission of disease and infections, which promotes client and healthcare provider safety. Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) is an integral part of nursing practice. IPC interventions are specific measures that are...

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Self-Employed Practice: A Guide for LPNs
Self-Employed Practice: A Guide for LPNs

The CLPNA’s Self-Employed Practice guideline was updated in April. This guideline outlines the professional expectations and obligations of registrants who are self-employed or are considering self-employment in LPN practice. This practice guideline is not a substitute for legal or business...

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Practice Corner: <br>Can LPNs Administer Medications via IV Direct Push?
July 5, 2024|Practice
Practice Corner:
Can LPNs Administer Medications via IV Direct Push?

Registrants and other stakeholders can contact the Practice Department at the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) to receive clarification on Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) practice. In Practice Corner, we’ll share some frequently asked questions and our answers....

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