The Blue Band                                                    November 2022

The Association of New Brunswick Licensed Practical Nurses is the regulatory authority for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) in New Brunswick. Our mandate is protection of the public by promoting the provision of safe, competent, ethical and compassionate care by its registrants.

 

2023 Registration

Registration for your 2023 license opened on October 1st, 2022 and will close on November 30th, 2022.

2023 Registration Fees:

  • ACTIVE: $325
  • NON-PRACTICING: $40.25

If you are not registered by November 30th, 2022 (payment and on-line form) you are not permitted to work on December 1st. 

Working without a valid license will result in additional fees and viewed as professional misconduct.

Please visit our website and youtube channel for helpful resources related to registration.

CCP: An Annual Registration Requirement

LPNs are reminded to ensure that they have completed their annual Continuing Competence Program (CCP) learning goals prior to registering for their license.  Each year on your registration form you are requested to acknowledge your compliance and understanding of this program as part of the registration process.

Continuous learning is an expectation of all LPNs across Canada as stated in the Standards of Practice for LPNs in Canada and the Code of Ethics for LPNs in Canada. 

Several resources are available to help you comply with this program, including a webinar and short "how-to" video.  You can find all of our CCP resources HERE.

Webinar: Registration 2023 and CCP

If you still have questions regarding your registration and the CCP, ANBLPN staff are offering a quick 20-30 minute overview and "Ask us Anything" session!

We will highlight your requirements and where to find useful resources, then you can ask us anything!

Date: November 10th, 2022

Time: 10:00 - 10:30am

Registration Link: CLICK HERE

Fact Sheet: Medical Directives

Recently we have been receiving questions regarding Medical Directives and whether LPNs are able to take medical directives.  In response, we have created this fact sheet to help LPNs and employers understand the requirements and authorizations for medical directives.

FACT SHEET: MEDICAL DIRECTIVES

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Public Health has also recently updated their memo regarding directives for the provision of seasonal influenza immunization services.  The memo indicates that both RNs and LPNs with the necessary education and competence are entitled to administer the influenza vaccine with a written order form an authorized prescriber. Please view the memo in full below:

                                                              PUBLIC HEALTH MEMO

Resources for Seasonal Influenza Program

If you are involved in administering the seasonal influenza vaccine, the New Brunswick Lung Association has many helpful resources available!

Please visit the link below for information on Myths vs. Facts, access to posters and social media posts, and inflluenza resources for health care professionals.

INFLUENZA RESOURCES

Recent Webinars

ANBLPN hosted a variety of webinars in October - webinars are a great way to reach your learning goals to meet your CCP requirements.

If you missed our webinars you can watch them anytime from our website or Youtube channel!

Check out our latest webinars on Documentation and Harm Reduction!

Aging Care and Research Symposium

The Centre for Innovation and Research in Aging (CIRA) and York Care Centre will be hosting their 12th annual "Aging Care and Research Symposium" on November 15th, 2022 at the Fredericton Convention Center.

The symposium will be held in-person, however, there is an option for virtual admission as well. Please follow the registration link below for full details.

REGISTRATION LINK

In Memoriam

ANBLPN was saddened to hear of the recent passing of Crystal (Harnish) Savoie, LPN of Saint John, New Brunswick.

Crystal was a well respected LPN and worked in the operating room of the Saint John Regional Hospital. 

 

 

 

Stay connected with ANBLPN!

As a self-regulating professional, LPNs are responsible to stay informed on regulatory requirements. Ensuring that you are connected with ANBLPN is a great way to keep yourself informed. ANBLPN reaches out to their members through our website, newsletter, emails and social media.

The ANBLPN website (www.anblpn.ca) has many resources to assist LPNs with their practice, continuing education and more!

ANBLPN also uses two social media platforms: Facebook and now Instagram! This is a great way to stay connected and become aware of what is new and upcoming! Be sure to follow us at: https://www.facebook.com/anblpn/ and https://www.instagram.com/anblpn/

 

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Association of New Brunswick Licensed Practical Nurses
384 Smythe Street, Fredericton NB E3B 3E4
Tel: (506) 453-0747 | 1-800-942-0222 | Fax: (506) 459-0503