Licensed Practical Nurse
- AB, Canada
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
Full-time
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- English
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Original job description
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 Ethical 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 1988, the Grey Nuns Community Hospital has supported southeast Edmonton and the surrounding area with compassionate, full-service care that meets a wide range of health needs. The hospital is conveniently located near transit, parks and shops in the heart of the Mill Woods neighbourhood. The Surgery Float pool supports both Units 41 and 42. Both units are high acuity, high patient turnover and high intensity. Both units provide an equally challenging environment working alongside supportive teams. Unit 41 is the inpatient unit for the Northern Alberta Vascular Centre specializing in vascular surgery. The patient population also consists of general surgery, orthopedics and plastics. Unit 42 is the main inpatient unit for general surgery, gynecological surgery, orthopedics, plastics and ENT. Both teams strive to provide the best in patient care with a focus on engaging both patients and family in care delivery.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:
- Surgery Float Pool GNCH
- Primary Location:
- Grey Nuns Community Hospital
- Location Details:
- As Per Location
- Multi-Site:
- Not Applicable
- FTE:
- 0.70
- Posting End Date:
- 16-NOV-2026
- Temporary Employee Class:
- Temporary Part Time
- Date Available:
- 26-NOV-2026
- Temporary End Date:
- 18-JAN-2027
- Hours per Shift:
- 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks:
- 12
- Shifts per cycle:
- 42
- Shift Pattern:
- Days, Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off:
- As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary:
- $33.16
- Maximum Salary:
- $43.42
- Vehicle Requirement:
- Not Applicable
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:
Recent surgical or acute care nursing experience and/or a recent successful surgical preceptorship (within the last year) required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Inpatient surgical experience within the last 2 years would be an asset.
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Responsibilities
Provide holistic, comprehensive care and support to patients and families as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Work to the full scope of LPN practice, lead the team effectively, and deliver safe, quality care in accordance with established standards and organizational policies.
Requirements
Applicants must graduate from a Practical Nursing program or recognized equivalent, hold active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta, and have Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Level C certification. Recent surgical or acute care nursing experience, or a successful surgical preceptorship within the last year, is required; recent inpatient surgical experience is an asset.
Skills
- Practical Nursing
- Surgical Nursing
- Acute Care
- Patient Care
- Family Engagement
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Team Leadership
- Holistic Care
- Safe, Quality Care
- Vascular Surgery
- General Surgery
- Orthopedics
- Basic Life Support
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Practical Nursing
- Surgical Nursing
- Acute Care
- Inpatient Care
- Vascular Surgery
- General Surgery
- Gynecological Surgery
- Orthopedics
- Plastic Surgery
- Ear, Nose, and Throat Surgery
- Patient Care
- Family Engagement
- Multidisciplinary Healthcare Team
- Team Leadership
- Holistic Care
- Safe, Quality Care
- College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta Registration
- Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Level C
- Surgical Preceptorship