Licensed Practical Nurse

Your Opportunity:

This position supports the General Nephrology Clinics at the Kaye Edmonton Clinic. The LPN in the General Nephrology Clinic is a member of the multidisciplinary team and provides care to patients with all stages and types of kidney disease as well as to patients with kidney transplants. The Kidney Clinics include the General Nephrology Clinic, Chronic Kidney Disease Clinic, Rural General Nephrology Clinics, Blood Pressure Assessment Clinic, Glomerulonephritis Clinic and Kidney Transplant Clinics. The LPN performs the “rooming function” which includes vital signs, weight, medication review, allergy review and all required screenings as per AKC-North guidelines. The LPN performs point of care screening for communicable diseases such as Covid 19 and infectious diseases. The LPN provides nursing care to the patient for the duration of the clinic visit which may include activities such as dressing changes, suture removal, blood glucose monitoring, swab collection along with many additional nursing functions. The LPN may be responsible for certain clerical functions such as “patient check in” or appointment scheduling. They may be responsible for processing physician orders. The LPN participates in workplace health and safety, quality improvement activities and support for research studies within the program.

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: General Nephrology Clinic, Alberta Kidney Care-North Primary Location: Edmonton Clinic Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.80 Posting End Date: 23-NOV-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 03-DEC-2026 Temporary End Date: 27-NOV-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 8 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings 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:

Minimum 3-5 years recent medical and or nephrology nursing experience required. Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds, assist with transfer of patients and push a bariatric patient in a wheelchair. Excellent time management skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Proven ability to operate cohesively within a team environment. Must be able to type and use Connect Care for extended periods of the work day. Must be able to wear masks (including N95).

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in Nephrology or Transplant nursing. Experience in an Outpatient clinic. Experience with Connect Care.