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The Licensed Practical Nurse will provide safe, high-quality, patient-centered care as part of an interprofessional team in the Endoscopy/Bronchoscopy clinic. Responsibilities include utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making to support patient recovery and safety.
Requirements
Candidates must have completed an accredited practical nurse education program and hold active registration with the CLHA. The role requires at least 2 years of relevant experience in Endoscopy or a combination of GI/Endoscopy and acute medical nursing experience, along with BCLS-HCP certification.
Working hours
30 hours per week
Skills
- Licensed Practical Nursing
- Endoscopy
- Bronchoscopy
- Patient Care
- IV Therapy
- Clinical Decision-making
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Multitasking
- Communication Skills
- Leadership
- Coaching
- Venous Access
- Epic
- Connect Care
- Microsoft Office
Visa sponsorship
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Keywords
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Endoscopy
- Bronchoscopy
- Healthcare
- Patient Safety
- IV Therapy
- Venous Access
- BCLS-HCP
- Clinical Decision-making
- Epic
- Connect Care
- Netcare
- Microsoft Office
- Interprofessional Team
- Nursing Process
- Colonoscopy
- Gastroscopy
- CVC Level 1
- Student Preceptor
- Acute Medical Nursing
- Critical Care
- Emergency Nursing
Original job description
Your Opportunity:
If you are an energetic healthcare professional who appreciates working in a fast-paced, team environment, GI/Endoscopy may be a great fit for you. Rockyview Hospital Endoscopy/Bronchoscopy clinic is served by a small, but highly productive, hard-working team providing excellent service to our patients. We are seeking a healthcare professional with the right skills and experience to join this team.
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: Rockyview General Hospital Endoscopy Primary Location: Rockyview General Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.73 Posting End Date: 28-SEP-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 08-OCT-2026 Temporary End Date: 03-SEP-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 8 Shifts per cycle: 29 Shift Pattern: Days 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:
2 years of Endoscopy experience demonstrating advanced competence in preparation/recovery, and patient safety; OR an equivalent combination of minimum 1 year (within last 4) of GI/Endoscopy/Bronchoscopy experience AND 1 year (within last 5) of Emergency, critical care or acute medical nursing experience. IV therapy certification/experience and demonstrated skill in clinical decision-making with venous access required. Ability to function effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment requiring organization, prioritization, and multitasking throughout the workday. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team with strong leadership, coaching, problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills. Must be able to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent pulling/pushing of stretchers, assisting patient transfers, and sustained standing, walking, lifting, bending, and reaching. Lifting & maneuvering heavy weight is required on all days of work. Competence with typing and clinical/scheduling software (including Epic/Connect Care), and Microsoft Office suite required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience acting as student preceptor and/or orienting new staff. Experience assisting with Colonoscopy/Bronchoscopy/Gastroscopy procedures. CVC level 1 certification preferred. Proficiency using Connect Care and Netcare.
