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Licensed Practical Nurse

  • AB, Canada
  • Edmonton, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Two years of Addictions and/or Mental Health experience within the last 3 years. 2 years' experience in emergency or acute in-patient unit.
Posting language
English
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Your Opportunity:

Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our team is what makes us special. As one of the World’s Most Ethnical Companies and recognized as one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we offer a workplace where you can grow, feel supported and make a meaningful difference. Since opening its doors in 1969, the Misericordia Community Hospital has offered both professional development opportunities and the ease of urban living. This full-service hospital provides specialized care through units like emergency, surgery and neonatal intensive care - supporting the holistic wellbeing of individuals and families across the city and beyond. If you’re looking for rewarding opportunities to support those with complex needs, you will find purpose here. Our team provides comprehensive interdisciplinary assessments, individualized care and treatment to support each patient’s journey with mental health and overall quality of life. We are looking for people who can work well in team settings, adapt communication styles to meet changing needs and adopt a patient-centered approach. Your experience makes a real difference in supporting holistic patient care, helping others reclaim a sense of self and living out Covenant Health’s core values every day. Are you ready to be the difference in health care? Make your impact by delivering quality, compassionate care to people across the province. Join Covenant Health today and help us build a healthier Alberta! Please note: Number of hours per shift and shifts per cycle is for information purposes only.

Description:

Description: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, collaborating on the delivery of holistic, comprehensive care and support to patients/residents and families. The LPN must be able to team lead effectively on their own. The LPN works to the full scope of practice in providing safe, quality care in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the AUPE Auxiliary Nursing Collective Agreement.

  • Classification:
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Union:
  • COV AUPE AUX
  • Unit and Program:
  • Emergency Mental Health
  • Primary Location:
  • Misericordia Community Hosp
  • Location Details:
  • As Per Location
  • Multi-Site:
  • Not Applicable
  • FTE:
  • 0.71
  • Posting End Date:
  • 09-NOV-2026
  • Temporary Employee Class:
  • Temp P/T Benefits
  • Date Available:
  • 19-NOV-2026
  • Temporary End Date:
  • 31-OCT-2027
  • Hours per Shift:
  • 11.08
  • Length of Shift in weeks:
  • 4
  • Shifts per cycle:
  • 10
  • Shift Pattern:
  • Days, Nights, Weekends
  • Days Off:
  • As Per Rotation
  • Minimum Salary:
  • $33.16
  • Maximum Salary:
  • $43.42
  • Vehicle Requirement:
  • Not Applicable


Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: Graduate of a Practical Nursing program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta (CLHA). Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Two years of Addictions and/or Mental Health experience within the last 3 years. 2 years' experience in emergency or acute in-patient unit. Knowledge of the Mental Health Act. Understanding of CIWA and COWS/management of acute substance withdrawal. Experience in various risk assessments (i.e. Suicide risk, Homicidal risk, VAST, Domestic Violence screening).

Preferred Qualifications:

Certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) preferred. Connect Care trained. New grads who have completed a final preceptorship in an Addiction and/or Mental Health site or emergency may be considered.
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Responsibilities

Deliver safe, quality, holistic care and support to patients, residents, and families as part of a multidisciplinary health care team. Provide team leadership and collaborate on individualized care in accordance with professional standards and Covenant Health policies and values.

Requirements

Requires graduation from a practical nursing program or recognized equivalent, active registration with the Alberta regulator, and Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Level C certification. Requires two years of recent mental health or addiction experience and two years in emergency or acute inpatient care, along with knowledge of the Mental Health Act, withdrawal management, and relevant risk assessments.

Skills

  • Holistic Patient Care
  • Multidisciplinary Teamwork
  • Team Leadership
  • Mental Health Care
  • Addiction Care
  • Emergency Nursing
  • Acute Inpatient Care
  • Mental Health Act Knowledge
  • CIWA
  • COWS
  • Substance Withdrawal Management
  • Suicide Risk Assessment
  • Homicide Risk Assessment
  • Domestic Violence Screening
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention

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Categories

  • Healthcare

Keywords

  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Practical Nursing
  • CLHA Registration
  • Basic Life Support
  • Healthcare Provider Level C
  • Mental Health
  • Addictions
  • Emergency Care
  • Acute Inpatient Care
  • Mental Health Act
  • CIWA
  • COWS
  • Substance Withdrawal Management
  • Suicide Risk Assessment
  • Homicide Risk Assessment
  • VAST
  • Domestic Violence Screening
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
  • Connect Care
  • Multidisciplinary Care
  • Patient-Centered Care
  • Holistic Care

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