Original job description
Your Opportunity:
If you are a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) looking to enhance your skill set and become specialized in the care of acute neuroscience patients, look no further! Neurosciences units at University of Alberta Hospital is one of a kind within Alberta Health Services that provides specialized care that includes the management of acute strokes, brain injuries, brain tumors, spinal cord injuries and other neurological issues. The acute neuroscience/neurosurgery LPN works to full scope of practice providing nursing care for patients and families. This is done within a team-forward environment that prides itself in the multidisciplinary collaboration amongst NP’s, RN’s, HCA’s, MD’s, OT, PT, and SW, dietician and pharmacist. As such, a strong commitment to teamwork is reflected in our daily practice which relies on excellent inter-professional communication. Neurosciences ward units provide advancement opportunities including care required during insertion and/or management of drains, acute management of patients experiencing a stroke, spinal cord injuries and/or other acute neurological issues. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.
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 organization's shared vision and values.
Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Neuroscience Unit 4G4 - Stroke Primary Location: U of A Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.70 Posting End Date: 19-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Regular Part Time Date Available: 09-NOV-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 42 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:
The candidate must have the physical capability to perform all aspects of the role, including the ability to lift up to and including 50 lbs. Basic computer skills required. Strong leadership and critical thinking skills, demonstrated by the ability to direct other healthcare workers, problem solve and escalate clinical concerns in a timely and appropriate manner. The position requires strong communication and organizational skills and must be committed to patient and family centered care. Demonstrated ability to maintain collaborative working relationships with patients, families and team members. Successful applicants will undergo Neuroscience Orientation Classes. Responsible to provide proof of active registration with the CLPNA and to maintain registration throughout the duration of employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
1 to 2 years of Neuroscience experience preferred. Connect care related experience preferred.
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Responsibilities
Provide safe, high-quality nursing care to patients and families in an acute neuroscience unit, including care related to strokes, brain and spinal cord injuries, tumors, and other neurological conditions. Use nursing processes and sound clinical judgment to educate, counsel, advocate for patients, and collaborate with the interprofessional team.
Requirements
Applicants must complete an accredited practical nurse education program, hold or be eligible for an active Alberta LPN practice permit, and have current Basic Cardiac Life Support for Health Care Providers certification. The role also requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, basic computer skills, strong communication, organization, leadership, and critical-thinking abilities; neuroscience experience and Connect Care experience are preferred.
Skills
- Nursing Care
- Acute Neuroscience Care
- Stroke Management
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Patient and Family-Centered Care
- Interprofessional Communication
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Clinical Escalation
- Drain Management
- Basic Computer Skills
- Organizational Skills
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- LPN
- Acute Neuroscience
- Neurosurgery
- Stroke
- Brain Injury
- Brain Tumor
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Neurological Care
- Nursing Processes
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Patient Safety
- Patient and Family-Centered Care
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- BCLS-HCP
- CLHA Registration
- CLPNA Registration
- Connect Care
- Drain Management
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Education
- Clinical Escalation
- Multidisciplinary Team
