Licensed Practical Nurse
- AB, Canada
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
Temporary
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The 5F4 unit is a fast-paced Hematology/Oncology unit within the Medicine Program, specializing in hematological oncology care. The team offers comprehensive training, including advanced chemotherapy administration (OPREP and Beacon). The unit fosters a collaborative and supportive environment, helping new staff navigate their learning and transition smoothly. Due to the dynamic nature of the unit, there is a significant volume of diagnostic transfers, along with frequent transfusion support and chemotherapy administration. Ideal candidates will bring a positive attitude, a strong willingness to learn, and the energy to provide exceptional patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered, please attach a resume and cover letter with your application. For further information, please contact Mary Sabbe, Unit Manager, at mary.sabbe@ahs.ca.
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: Unit 5F4 Hematology Primary Location: U of A Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 26-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 05-NOV-2026 Temporary End Date: 05-NOV-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75, 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:
Must be able to work to full scope of practice (physically, mentally and emotionally) on this very busy unit. In this position, you will be on your feed for an extended period of time (both walking and standing), and you must be able to assist in transporting, lifting and positioning of patients up to 50 lbs. You will also be required to bend, lift, push and pull equipment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Compassionate, detail-oriented with experience and strong interest in Hematology/Oncology, OPREP & Chemo. Completed Charge Nurse role. Key competencies essential: strong interpersonal, organizational & assessment skills, proven ability to work independently & collaboratively, adaptability to changing workloads & clinical conditions in a dynamic healthcare environment. Critical thinking, accountability & time management skills, self-directed with initiative to respond to evolving care needs.
The 5F4 unit is a fast-paced Hematology/Oncology unit within the Medicine Program, specializing in hematological oncology care. The team offers comprehensive training, including advanced chemotherapy administration (OPREP and Beacon). The unit fosters a collaborative and supportive environment, helping new staff navigate their learning and transition smoothly. Due to the dynamic nature of the unit, there is a significant volume of diagnostic transfers, along with frequent transfusion support and chemotherapy administration. Ideal candidates will bring a positive attitude, a strong willingness to learn, and the energy to provide exceptional patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered, please attach a resume and cover letter with your application. For further information, please contact Mary Sabbe, Unit Manager, at mary.sabbe@ahs.ca.
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: Unit 5F4 Hematology Primary Location: U of A Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 26-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 05-NOV-2026 Temporary End Date: 05-NOV-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75, 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:
Must be able to work to full scope of practice (physically, mentally and emotionally) on this very busy unit. In this position, you will be on your feed for an extended period of time (both walking and standing), and you must be able to assist in transporting, lifting and positioning of patients up to 50 lbs. You will also be required to bend, lift, push and pull equipment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Compassionate, detail-oriented with experience and strong interest in Hematology/Oncology, OPREP & Chemo. Completed Charge Nurse role. Key competencies essential: strong interpersonal, organizational & assessment skills, proven ability to work independently & collaboratively, adaptability to changing workloads & clinical conditions in a dynamic healthcare environment. Critical thinking, accountability & time management skills, self-directed with initiative to respond to evolving care needs.
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Responsibilities
Provide safe, high-quality, patient- and family-centered nursing care as part of an interprofessional team, using nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving, and sound decision making. Support hematology/oncology patients in a fast-paced unit, including diagnostic transfers, transfusions, and chemotherapy administration, while practicing within applicable standards and the LPN scope.
Requirements
Applicants must complete an accredited practical nurse education program, hold or be eligible for an Alberta LPN practice permit, and have current BCLS-HCP certification. They must be able to work to their full scope in a demanding unit, including extended periods of standing and walking and assisting with patient handling up to 50 pounds; hematology/oncology experience and OPREP and chemotherapy interest are preferred.
Skills
- Patient-Centered Care
- Hematology/Oncology Care
- Chemotherapy Administration
- Transfusion Support
- Patient Assessment
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Interpersonal Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Independent and Collaborative Practice
- Patient Transport and Positioning
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Hiring contact
Mary Sabbe
Hiring contact email
mary.sabbe@ahs.ca
Categories
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Hematology
- Oncology
- Chemotherapy Administration
- OPREP
- Beacon
- Transfusion Support
- Diagnostic Transfers
- BCLS-HCP
- College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta
- Interprofessional Healthcare Team
- Patient-Centered Care
- Family-Centered Care
- Nursing Processes
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Assessment
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Charge Nurse
- Scope of Practice
- Patient Transport
- Patient Lifting and Positioning
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Adaptability