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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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Practice Corner: <br>Are All CLPNA Learning Modules Mandatory?
May 3, 2024|Practice
Practice Corner:
Are All CLPNA Learning Modules Mandatory?

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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Removal of Supervision Requirements in Aesthetic Nursing and Restrictions for Intraosseous Devices
Removal of Supervision Requirements in Aesthetic Nursing and Restrictions for Intraosseous Devices

The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) has updated policies and guidelines to better align with the Health Professions Restricted Activity Regulation. These changes, listed below, cover two areas: the removal of the supervision requirements for aesthetic nursing...

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Practice Corner: <br>Does the CLPNA Require CPR certification?
April 5, 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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Decision Making: A Tool for LPN Practice
Decision Making: A Tool for LPN Practice

The CLPNA’s LPN Practice Decision Making Tool can help determine if it is appropriate for an individual LPN to perform a specific nursing activity. Along with the Code of Ethics, standards of practice, policies, practice guidelines, and info sheets, the...

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What Is a Restricted Activity?
What Is a Restricted Activity?

LPNs Are Authorized to Perform Certain Restricted Activities. How Do You Know Which Activities You Can Perform? A restricted activity is a high-risk health service that can only be performed by an authorized healthcare professional. The Health Professions Restricted Activity...

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Privacy Legislation and LPN Practice
Privacy Legislation and LPN Practice

This article provides general advice regarding privacy legislation and LPN practice. It is not a substitute for legal consultation. In 2023, the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) received 19 complaints related to breaches of privacy and confidentiality....

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