Original job description
Your Opportunity:
Join the Assisted Living Alberta (ALA) team in High Prairie. ALA currently has a Northern Incentive Program Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. Nestled in Alberta's scenic northwestern region, High Prairie offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern amenities. Surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes and located near Lesser Slave Lake, the community provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation, a strong sense of community, and an excellent quality of life for individuals and families alike. Working in assisted living provides the opportunity to support residents in maintaining their independence, well-being, and quality of life in a supportive and patient-centered environment. Build meaningful relationships with patients, residents, families, and colleagues while contributing to a collaborative care team dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care. If you are passionate about helping others and are looking for a rewarding career in a welcoming community, Assisted Living Alberta offers the opportunity to make a difference every day. Apply today.
Description:
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, and demonstrated skill level, in alignment with applicable legislation, standards of practice, policies, and procedures. You will play a key role in providing safe, high quality, patient and family centred care while reflecting the shared vision and values of the organization.
Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Designated Supportive Living Primary Location: High Prairie Health Complex Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 01-DEC-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 11-DEC-2026 Hours per Shift: 11.08 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $33.16 Maximum Salary: $43.42 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program. Active or eligible for registration and a practice permit as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
Additional Required Qualifications:
As Required.
Preferred Qualifications:
At least 1 year experience in Long Term Care, Home Care, Acute Care/ER.
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Responsibilities
Provide safe, high-quality, patient- and family-centered nursing care as part of an interprofessional health care team. Use nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making to support residents’ independence, well-being, and quality of life.
Requirements
Applicants must complete an accredited practical nurse education program, hold or be eligible for an active Licensed Practical Nurse practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta, and have current Basic Cardiac Life Support for Health Care Providers. Experience in long-term care, home care, or acute care/emergency settings is preferred, with at least one year specified.
Skills
- Nursing Processes
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Patient-Centered Care
- Family-Centered Care
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Compassionate Care
- Resident Support
- Long-Term Care
- Home Care
- Acute Care
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Keywords
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Practical Nurse Education
- College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta
- Practice Permit
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- BCLS-HCP
- Nursing Processes
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Interprofessional Health Care Team
- Patient-Centered Care
- Family-Centered Care
- Designated Supportive Living
- Long-Term Care
- Home Care
- Acute Care
- Emergency Care
- Resident Independence
- Quality of Life
- Standards of Practice
- Health Care Legislation
