Original job description
Your Opportunity:
Make a difference in the lives of children and families by joining the team at Alberta Children’s Hospital Unit 4. Unit 4 is a 27 bed unit accepting patients from birth to 18 years of age. Patient populations on Unit 4 can include general pediatric medicine, general surgery, trauma, brain injury, orthopedics, plastic surgery, endocrinology, metabolics, eating disorders, mental health and overflow oncology. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) on Unit 4, you will assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for the above patient population. Opportunities for professional growth include participation on unit based education/safety committees, motivation committees, participation in ACH initiatives, and senior skill certification. You will be provided the opportunity to work to full scope of practice. As the LPN, you will provide ongoing assessment, care, education, and coordination of services to children, youth and families. This includes assessment of physical, psychological, and social needs & planning appropriate interventions to full scope of practice. The LPN participates in a multidisciplinary team and works both in an independent and collaborative manner. You will practice in a way that supports family centered care. It is an expectation that the LPN will be a collaborative partner in providing teaching to patients, families, students and other multi-disciplinary stakeholders. Develop your pediatric skills while working in a supportive learning environment. Unit 4 provides a variety of opportunities for growth and learning in a fun pediatric environment. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please attach a resume and cover letter with your application. The incumbent may be required to work in other care areas of the hospital as needed.
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.
Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: ACH Unit 4, Acute care Primary Location: Alberta Children's Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 13-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 23-OCT-2026 Temporary End Date: 04-JAN-2028 Hours per Shift: 11.08 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 42 Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation 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:
Completion or auditing of TNCC, PEARS, PALS, ENPC, immunization, IV initiation, and/or other applicable pediatric focused courses. 1 year + experience (within the last 5 years) of nursing practice in a pediatric acute care setting. Minimum of 6 months of current experience on Unit 4. Participation in unit or hospital-based initiatives/committees. Care experience with infants, children and adolescents. Experience in pediatric surgery, trauma, orthopedics, diabetes, mental health and/or general surgery. Previous experience with Unit 4 senior skill.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to work under time constraints, within a fast paced changing environment. Exceptional interpersonal communication skills with the ability to adapt communication styles to meet the needs of specific children and families. Excellent written and verbal communication Demonstrated initiative, accountability, time management, problem solving ability and organizational skills. Strong decision making and assessment skills. Must convey and demonstrate AHS’ five core values.
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Responsibilities
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for pediatric patients from birth to age 18, addressing their physical, psychological, and social needs. Coordinate care and provide education in collaboration with children, families, students, and the interprofessional team, while practicing within the LPN's full scope and supporting family-centered care.
Requirements
Requires completion of an accredited practical nurse education program, active or eligible Alberta LPN registration and practice permit, and current BCLS-HCP certification. Also requires recent pediatric acute-care experience, at least six months of current Unit 4 experience, relevant pediatric-focused training or courses, and experience caring for infants, children, and adolescents.
Skills
- Pediatric Nursing
- Patient Assessment
- Care Planning
- Nursing Care Implementation
- Care Evaluation
- Family-Centered Care
- Patient and Family Education
- Care Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Communication
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Pediatric Acute Care
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Keywords
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Pediatric Acute Care
- Alberta Children's Hospital
- Unit 4
- Interprofessional Health Care Team
- Nursing Process
- Family-Centered Care
- Patient Assessment
- Care Planning
- Care Coordination
- Patient and Family Education
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- BCLS-HCP
- TNCC
- PEARS
- PALS
- ENPC
- Immunization
- IV Initiation
- Pediatric Surgery
- Trauma
- Orthopedics
- Diabetes
- Mental Health
- General Surgery
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Communication
- Time Management
