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LPN South West Edmonton

  • AB, Canada
  • Edmonton, AB, Canada

Temporary

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Make an Impact on Seniors' Health!

Our LPNs provide care and independence to our residents, using a client- and family-centered approach that incorporates the most current research into practice. You become part of a diverse and collaborative care team where you’ll apply your skills – and your heart – to provide services that support our residents to live and age well. You’ll make a difference in their lives, and they’ll make a difference in yours!

Why join our team?

  • Growth That Meets Your Ambition.  Our leadership team is available 24/7 to help you practice to the full scope and deliver excellent care.
  • Empowerment.   At our facility, our nurses are provided with a full degree of autonomy in practice, provide clinical leadership to our multidisciplinary team every day, and are supported with leading-edge training related to palliative care and aging.
  • Innovative.   We are always looking for new, innovative ways to improve. You’ll be encouraged and supported to identify and make improvements to the way we do our work. As a social enterprise, we support research into Seniors’ Health and Aging. 
  • Purpose & Impact  Join a national social enterprise where your voice matters. Every role helps advance health, spark innovation, and strengthen communities across Canada.
  • Manage your life.  You'll have the flexibility and support to deliver exceptional client care while maintaining your personal well-being, professional development, and career goals.

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Manager or Director of Care, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will use evidence-informed nursing knowledge, skill and judgment to provide integrated and holistic nursing care, within the scope of practice appropriate to an LPN, to meet the physical, safety, emotional and spiritual needs of clients and their families.

Position Responsibilities

  • Provide hands-on care to residents according to the Care Plan and facility policies and procedures.
  • Report changes in resident conditions as well as any other pertinent information to the appropriate decision makers in a timely manner.
  • Assist in the monitoring of non-regulated staff assigned to carry out the care plan, including supervising, coaching, and supporting
  • Ensure resident care is delivered in a way that maintains resident dignity, privacy, and acknowledges independence, spirituality, and individuality.
  • Perform all duties in a safe and efficient manner; adhere to all required infection prevention and control policies and practices.
  • Work within their practice statement, competencies and conduct as defined by the Health Professions Act or other relevant legislation, and governing professional organizations.
  • Participate in team meetings and training/learning opportunities as required.

Qualifications

  • LPN Certificate, current active registration with the CLHA in good standing.
  • Updated immunization record
  • A satisfactory Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Check issued in the past 12 months
  • Valid Level C CPR certificate.
  • Recent experience working with the elderly or disabled persons, preferably in a supportive living environment.
  • Palliative care experience is an asset.
  • Demonstrate a compassionate, respectful and sincere manner, with the ability to deal with conflict in a diplomatic and professional manner.
  • Good oral and written communication skills (French language skills an asset).
  • Flexible and adaptable to a changing work environment.
  • Good computer skills.
  • This is a physically demanding position and requires hand, arm and shoulder dexterity, sensory ability, lifting to a maximum of approximately fifty-five (55) pounds, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and frequent movement.

DEIA: We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute and succeed.

AI Details: We use AI to take notes during our interview.  All applications and interviews are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team.

Date Posted: October 26, 2026
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Responsibilities

Provide hands-on, holistic nursing care to residents and their families according to care plans, facility policies, and the LPN's scope of practice. Report changes in residents' conditions, support and monitor non-regulated care staff, and uphold residents' dignity, safety, privacy, and independence.

Requirements

Requires an LPN certificate, active registration in good standing with the CLHA, current immunization records, a recent satisfactory criminal and vulnerable sector check, and valid Level C CPR certification. Recent experience supporting elderly or disabled people is preferred; candidates should also demonstrate compassion, communication and computer skills, adaptability, and the physical ability to perform the role's demands.

Skills

  • Resident Care
  • Holistic Nursing Care
  • Evidence-Informed Practice
  • Care Plan Implementation
  • Monitoring Resident Conditions
  • Supervision
  • Coaching
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Palliative Care
  • Clinical Leadership
  • Communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Computer Skills
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Physical Stamina

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Categories

  • Healthcare

Keywords

  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • LPN Certificate
  • CLHA Registration
  • Level C CPR
  • Immunization Record
  • Criminal Reference Check
  • Vulnerable Sector Check
  • Resident Care
  • Care Plan
  • Holistic Nursing
  • Evidence-Informed Practice
  • Scope of Practice
  • Palliative Care
  • Elderly Care
  • Disability Care
  • Supportive Living
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Clinical Leadership
  • Multidisciplinary Team
  • Resident Dignity
  • Client- and Family-Centered Care
  • Health Professions Act

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