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The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct nursing care to individuals in a community-based setting as part of an interprofessional health care team. They collaborate with the Registered Nurse Case Manager to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the needs of clients and their families.
Requirements
Candidates must have completed an accredited practical nurse education program and hold active registration with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta. Additionally, 1 to 2 years of home care experience and specific certifications in medication administration and CVAD are required.
Working hours
39 hours per week
Skills
- Nursing process
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Medication administration
- CVAD certification
- Wound care
- Patient care
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Organizational skills
- BCLS-HCP
- Home care
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Social Services
Keywords
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Home Care
- Nursing
- CLPNA
- BCLS-HCP
- Medication Administration
- CVAD
- Wound Care
- Patient Centered Care
- Community Health
- Interprofessional Team
- Healthcare
- AUPE
- Assisted Living Alberta
Original job description
Your Opportunity:
If you enjoy a role in providing services to clients in a community based setting then this position will be of interest to you. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Home Care works as a member of an interprofessional health care team utilizing the nursing process to provide direct nursing care to individuals across the life span. The LPN is responsible for her/his nursing practice as defined by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA). In collaboration with the Registered Nurse Case Manager, the LPN is responsible to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the needs of Home Care clients and their caregivers/families. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of Assisted Living Alberta.
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.
Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Adults Team, Home Care Primary Location: South Calgary Health Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 28-SEP-2026 Employee Class: Regular Full Time Date Available: 08-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 60 Shift Pattern: Days, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $33.16 Maximum Salary: $43.42 Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required
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 to 2 years of Home Care experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Completion of a post-basic Medication Administration and CVAD certification for LPN’s. A keen interest in wound care and a willingness to acquire expertise through education and training. Handling, moving and lifting heavy or awkward equipment and/or individuals are required. A team player with excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Ability to perform all work related duties in accordance with regulated legislature.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in the Community is a definite asset.
