Licensed Practical Nurse
- Elk Point, AB, Canada
Part-time
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- Job type
- Part-time
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- Experience
- 1 year LPN experience in a long-term care/home care/acute care setting in the last 5 years.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Your Opportunity:
The Elk Point Healthcare Centre has an opportunity for a passionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) dedicated to patient- and family-centered care. This role will be an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team in Long Term Care which is made of 30 beds. You will build meaningful relationships as you work with clients daily providing personal assistance and support services to those in your care. Superior interpersonal skills will be used daily as you work closely with clients, families, caregivers, and health professionals. You will help maintain a safe environment, observe and report on patients' health and well-being, and ensure effective communication. Your role includes direct client care demonstrating genuine interest and respect for clients and families in your care. Elk Point, the right place to be, is located on Treaty 6 lands and those of the Metis. The Town of Elk Point is a patch of prairie heaven at the edge of Alberta’s Lake Country and is surrounded by breath-taking scenery. A true nature-lover’s paradise, the area is known for the trails, lakes, wildlife and outdoor hobbies. Alberta’s Iron Horse Trail is among the popular trails and provincial historic sites like the Fort George-Buckingham House. Elk Point may be a small town, but it is an active community and can boast Alberta’s best bakery, golf courses, sport groups, and an active Farmers’ Market. You can enjoy a quality of life in this family-friendly community, as you grow your career and provide exceptional care to your neighbors.
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.
Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Long Term Care Primary Location: Elk Point Healthcare Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 26-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 05-NOV-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call 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:
1 year LPN experience in a long-term care/home care/acute care setting in the last 5 years.
Preferred Qualifications:
Supportive Pathways or any dementia related courses. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention. Palliative Care. Nail Care.
The Elk Point Healthcare Centre has an opportunity for a passionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) dedicated to patient- and family-centered care. This role will be an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team in Long Term Care which is made of 30 beds. You will build meaningful relationships as you work with clients daily providing personal assistance and support services to those in your care. Superior interpersonal skills will be used daily as you work closely with clients, families, caregivers, and health professionals. You will help maintain a safe environment, observe and report on patients' health and well-being, and ensure effective communication. Your role includes direct client care demonstrating genuine interest and respect for clients and families in your care. Elk Point, the right place to be, is located on Treaty 6 lands and those of the Metis. The Town of Elk Point is a patch of prairie heaven at the edge of Alberta’s Lake Country and is surrounded by breath-taking scenery. A true nature-lover’s paradise, the area is known for the trails, lakes, wildlife and outdoor hobbies. Alberta’s Iron Horse Trail is among the popular trails and provincial historic sites like the Fort George-Buckingham House. Elk Point may be a small town, but it is an active community and can boast Alberta’s best bakery, golf courses, sport groups, and an active Farmers’ Market. You can enjoy a quality of life in this family-friendly community, as you grow your career and provide exceptional care to your neighbors.
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.
Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Long Term Care Primary Location: Elk Point Healthcare Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 26-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 05-NOV-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call 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:
1 year LPN experience in a long-term care/home care/acute care setting in the last 5 years.
Preferred Qualifications:
Supportive Pathways or any dementia related courses. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention. Palliative Care. Nail Care.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Provide direct, patient- and family-centered care and personal assistance to long-term care clients, while building respectful relationships with clients and their families. Maintain a safe environment, observe and report on clients’ health and well-being, and communicate effectively with caregivers and health professionals.
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. At least one year of LPN experience in long-term care, home care, or acute care within the past five years is required; dementia-related training, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, palliative care, and nail care are preferred.
Skills
- Patient- and Family-Centered Care
- Direct Client Care
- Interpersonal Communication
- Observation and Reporting
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Interprofessional Teamwork
- Personal Assistance
- Safe Care Practices
- Long-Term Care
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Categories
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Long-Term Care
- Patient- and Family-Centered Care
- Direct Client Care
- Interprofessional Health Care Team
- Nursing Processes
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Personal Assistance
- Health Observation
- Health Reporting
- Safe Care
- Communication
- Accredited Practical Nurse Education
- Alberta LPN Practice Permit
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- BCLS-HCP
- Dementia Care
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- Palliative Care
- Nail Care