Licensed Practical Nurse
6 days ago
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works as a member of the health care team, collaborating on the delivery of care to meet the needs of patients/clients during the pre and post-operative journey of surgical patients, as well as medical patients that can be in our care. The LPN is accountable for his/her own practice, according to the standards defined by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta. The LPN provides care to patients/clients whose health condition and needs are well defined and established, predictable with little fluctuation over time and localized and manageable. The LPN practices to full scope on a busy surgical department. The LPN demonstrates competence in delivering safe, effective and efficient care for patients in the Inpatient Unit in accordance with all elements of the current job description for Licensed Practical Nurses. Is responsible and accountable for practice, according to the standards defined by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) Standards of Practice and completes care within her/his scope of practice. Direct nursing care includes assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation for assigned patients and works in consultation with RN colleagues and others to meet the needs of more complex patients. The focus of nursing care is to ensure proper pre-operative assessment and readiness of patients for surgery and to provide thorough care during post-operative recovery. The LPN must also facilitate physical recovery and/or promote health within a very fast paced and dynamic acute care environment. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of an interprofessional health care team utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills. You will be guided by your education, experience, demonstrated skill level and AHS policies and procedures. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS. Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). 1-2 years recent acute surgical care and day surgery experience within the last 3 years. Physically able to manage extended periods of walking, standing, sitting, lifting, pushing and pulling. Demonstrates proficiency in clinical assessment skills within scope of practice. Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills. Demonstrates effective patient teaching experience (both written and verbal). Demonstrates high functioning time management, and organizational skills required to function in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment.
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Licensed Practical Nurse
7 days ago
Calgary, Alberta, Canada Alberta Health Services Full time $27,580 - $36,813 per yearYour Opportunity:If you enjoy a role in providing services to clients in a community-based setting then this position will be of interest to you. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Home Care works as a member of an interprofessional health care team utilizing the nursing process to provide direct nursing care to individuals across the life span. The LPN...
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Licensed Practical Nurse
3 weeks ago
Calgary, Canada Alberta Health Services Full timeAn exciting opportunity exists to grow and strengthen your skills and work at your full scope of practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse within a collaborative team at the Peter Lougheed Centre. Unit 44 is a 32 bed in-patient medical unit providing excellent patient and family centered care supporting the acute care needs of our patients. As a Licensed...
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Licensed Practical Nurse
1 week ago
Calgary, Canada Alberta Health Services Full timeThe Emergency Department at the South Health Campus is a large urban department. It is comprised of an interdisciplinary department that provides care to patients of varying acuity. Reporting to the Unit Manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the emergency department will work as an essential member of the South Health Campus Emergency Department...
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Licensed Practical Nurse
6 days ago
Calgary, Canada Alberta Health Services Full timeThe Emergency Department at South Health Campus is a large urban department. It is comprised of an interdisciplinary department that provides care to patients of varying acuity. Reporting to the Unit Manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the emergency department will work as an essential member of the South Health Campus Emergency Department team...
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Licensed Practical Nurse
1 week ago
Calgary, Canada Alberta Health Services Full timeThis Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position includes the role of Interventionist and Case Manager as outlined below. As a Case Manager, the (LPN) is accountable for assigned caseload with the responsibility to assess client needs, determine service needs, negotiate service options, make service recommendations and referrals, monitor service delivery...
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Licensed Practical Nurse
1 week ago
Calgary, Canada Alberta Health Services Full timePLEASE NOTE: This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within this unit or program expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 on the 5th calendar day following the posting date. In the event that no Regular Employee from this workplace expresses their...
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Licensed Practical Nurse
3 weeks ago
Calgary, Canada Alberta Health Services Full timeLicensed practical nurses (also known as LPNs) are professional nurses who contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care at AHS. They provide many types of patient care, including prevention, acute treatment, long term and palliative care. There are numerous LPN positions in AHS, with additional opportunities being...
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Licensed Practical Nurse
1 week ago
Calgary, Canada Covenant Health Canada Full timeUnit 42 is a 28 bed surgical unit serving over 3000 Albertans per year. The services we have comprise mainly of: General Surgery, Gynecological Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, ENT and Plastic Surgery. Unit 42 is a very busy, acute surgical unit that requires a high functioning team environment. Please note: Number of hours per shift and shifts per cycle is for...
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Licensed Practical Nurse
1 week ago
Calgary, Alberta, Canada TLW Full time $30,000 - $90,000 per yearTrico LivingWellTrico LivingWell is a new retirement living community in Kingsland, Calgary, and Canada's first aging-in-place community pursuing the vigorously vetted WELL v2TM Certification from International WELL Building Institute � a premier framework and performance-based system for buildings with features that advance human health and well-being...
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Licensed Practical Nurse
7 days ago
Calgary, Alberta, Canada Alberta Health Services Full time $33,000 - $42,000 per yearYour Opportunity: Public Health Postpartum Community Services operates within the Calgary urban area, and offers clinical, social, educational and resource support for families with newborns, supporting a safe, healthy beginning. The services are aimed around postpartum health care, screening, and family-centred care promoting healthy choices. Under the...
