Posted: January 14, 2021 The Public Health Order issued on November 22, 2020 and extended on January 8, 2021 does not restrict the services of regulated health professionals. However, given the continued community spread of COVID-19, it is prudent for LPNs to limit...
On December 9, 2020, Health Canada approved Canada’s first vaccine for COVID-19. The Province quickly followed up by announcing a recruitment campaign to staff the its immunization clinics. The Minister of Health also issued a Ministerial Order, authorizing...
Can LPNs collect samples by nasopharyngeal swab? Yes. Collecting samples by nasopharyngeal swab is within the scope of practice of the practical nursing profession in Manitoba. Manitoba’s LPNs have the authority to perform this activity if they are competent to...
Updated: January 16, 2021 As part of the Province’s pandemic response, new orders under The Public Health Act took effect on November 12, 2020. These orders were extended on January 8, 2021. Under these new orders, to reduce the spread of COVID-19, all Manitobans...
On November 12, 2020, Winnipeg Mayor, Brian Bowman, wrote to the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba, asking us to share with you his deepest gratitude for the work you are doing to help keep Manitobans safe. Please review his full letter to...
Updated: November 6, 2020 During these challenging times, LPNs are encouraged keep their own health and well-being a priority. The following resources offer mental health support to health care professionals, including nurses, who are facing the pressure of working on...
