Original job description
Your Opportunity:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) utilizes the nursing process as a member of, and in collaboration with, the inter-disciplinary team, in the delivery of consistent quality care to meet the needs of the patient/client through the life span. The LPN participates in the provision of health care to patients/clients by applying nursing knowledge, skills, and judgment to assess patient/client needs and providing safe, quality nursing care for patients/clients appropriate to the LPN competencies and scope of practice. The LPN accepts responsibility for continuing competence through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research, and continuous quality activities. The LPN provides restricted activity interventions and care within the full scope of practice as defined by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA). The LPN adheres to CLPNA professional practice standards and Code of Ethics and employer policies and procedures. The LPN is responsible and accountable for his/her own practice as defined by the CLPNA and for ensuring that his/her registration and practice permit are current and valid within his/her scope of practice.
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: Pediatric Medical Specialty Clinic RAH C26 Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.60 Posting End Date: 13-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Regular Part Time Date Available: 30-NOV-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 4 Shifts per cycle: 12 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, 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:
Responsible to maintain and provide proof of active registration and practice permit with CLPNA, including specialized practice registration for the assigned position required. Certification for advanced training and/or specialty training in compliance with the Health Professions Act regarding restricted activities through successful completion of a specialized practice education or training program approved by the Council. BLS-C (Basic Rescuer) is required. Must successfully pass the Stollery Medication Administration exam with 90% or more which is done at the time of interview-required. PEARS (Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization) course – required. Three-Five years of current Pediatric inpatient and or Pediatric Ambulatory experience required. Demonstrate effective interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Connect Care experience required. Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds, able to stand and walk for extended periods.
Preferred Qualifications:
As required.
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Responsibilities
Provide safe, high-quality nursing care to pediatric patients in collaboration with an interprofessional team, using nursing knowledge, assessment, critical thinking, and clinical judgment within the LPN scope of practice. Maintain professional standards and current registration, and participate in ongoing education and quality improvement activities.
Requirements
Applicants must complete an accredited practical nursing program, hold or be eligible for an active Alberta LPN practice permit, and have current BCLS-HCP/BLS-C certification. The role also requires specialized practice training and registration, PEARS, a passing score of at least 90% on the Stollery Medication Administration exam, three to five years of current pediatric experience, Connect Care experience, and the ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
Skills
- Nursing Process
- Patient Assessment
- Clinical Judgment
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Pediatric Nursing
- Medication Administration
- Interpersonal Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Patient- and Family-Centered Care
- Restricted Activity Interventions
- Continuing Professional Development
- Connect Care
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Keywords
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Practical Nursing Education
- Pediatric Inpatient Care
- Pediatric Ambulatory Care
- Interprofessional Health Care Team
- Nursing Process
- Patient Assessment
- Clinical Judgment
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Patient- and Family-Centered Care
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- BLS-C
- PEARS
- Medication Administration
- Stollery Medication Administration Exam
- Specialized Practice Registration
- Restricted Activities
- CLPNA
- CLHA
- Connect Care
- Professional Practice Standards
- Code of Ethics
