Licensed Practical Nurse
- Leduc, AB, Canada
Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Family Medicine Primary Location: Leduc Community Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.60 Posting End Date: 30-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Regular Part Time Date Available: 16-NOV-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 8 Shifts per cycle: 24 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $33.16 Maximum Salary: $43.42 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable · Part-time
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- Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Family Medicine Primary Location: Leduc Community Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.60 Posting End Date: 30-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Regular Part Time Date Available: 16-NOV-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 8 Shifts per cycle: 24 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $33.16 Maximum Salary: $43.42 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
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Original job description
Situated 20 minutes south of Edmonton and its close proximity to the Edmonton International Airport, Leduc offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern amenities. Whether you're starting a new career, raising a family, or simply seeking a place to call home, you'll find a warm welcome and endless possibilities in Leduc! At Alberta Health Services (AHS), we are currently looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Family Medicine Unit at the Leduc Community Hospital. On this unit, we are proud to be the first AHS site to join the End PJ Paralysis movement where AHS staff, physicians, and patients and their families work collaboratively to encourage patients to change out from their pyjamas and get dressed to promote a quicker recovery and discharge times. Acting as an advocate, coordinator and liaison for the patient, the LPN identifies needs and sets priorities in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team. The LPN participates in nursing assessment/interventions, care planning, implementing prescribed treatments, administering medications, evaluating treatment, and monitoring/documenting treatment progress and patient response. The LPN will also participate in quality monitoring activities and facilitates patient and family centered education and discharge planning in accordance with the established standards, and the vision, values, policies and procedures of Alberta Health Services. The LPN will work within the identified scope of practice of the Unit of hire, under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and practice according to the policy and procedures set out by AHS and maintain competent practice and provides care according to CLHA regulations. AHS is a supportive employer, who offers endless growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits, including health and dental, where you and your family can truly thrive!
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: Family Medicine Primary Location: Leduc Community Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.60 Posting End Date: 30-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Regular Part Time Date Available: 16-NOV-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 8 Shifts per cycle: 24 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:
Must have acute care experience. Basic keyboarding/computer skills required. Excellent communication skills required. The ability to balance numerous demands and conflicting priorities is essential. The candidate must be able to work well independently and within a team. Demonstrates critical thinking skills within scope of practice, including clinical judgment, problem solving skills and strong decision-making ability. Must be able to work in a physically demanding environment; involving constant walking, bending, and lifting 50 lbs or over.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working within the CoACT framework and Connect Care. Experience in care of medical, post-operative surgical, orthopedic, and patients is desired. IV Therapy and PICC certification preferred.
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Responsibilities
Provide patient- and family-centered nursing care, including assessments, interventions, care planning, prescribed treatments, medication administration, and monitoring patient progress. Coordinate with the interprofessional team, support patient education and discharge planning, and participate in quality monitoring while practicing within the LPN scope and AHS standards.
Requirements
Requires completion of an accredited practical nurse education program, active or eligible Alberta LPN registration and practice permit, current BCLS-HCP, and acute care experience. Candidates also need computer and communication skills, sound clinical judgment, the ability to manage competing priorities and work independently or in a team, and the physical capacity for demanding work that includes lifting 50 pounds or more.
Skills
- Nursing Assessment
- Patient Care
- Care Planning
- Medication Administration
- Treatment Implementation
- Clinical Judgment
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Decision-Making
- Patient and Family Education
- Discharge Planning
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Computer Skills
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- IV Therapy
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
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Categories
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Family Medicine
- Acute Care
- Nursing Assessment
- Nursing Interventions
- Care Planning
- Medication Administration
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient-Centered Care
- Family-Centered Care
- Discharge Planning
- Quality Monitoring
- Interprofessional Team
- Clinical Judgment
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- BCLS-HCP
- College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta
- CLHA
- CoACT Framework
- Connect Care
- IV Therapy
- PICC Certification
- Medical Care
- Post-Operative Care
- Orthopedic Care
- End PJ Paralysis