Family Practice Nurse - LPN (1.0 FTE)

Sherwood Park Primary Care Network; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Strathcona County is seeking a Family Practice Nurse to deliver comprehensive nursing services. This role involves collaborating with patients and healthcare professionals to develop care plans and provide education on managing various clinical conditions. Candidates must hold a Licensed Practical Nurse diploma and have at least five years of nursing experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are crucial. The position is permanent and located in Edmonton, offering a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse diploma is mandatory.
• Five years or more of nursing experience required, preferably in Primary Care.
• Current CLPNA Registration along with CPR and BCLS certification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing services to patients within the clinic.
• Collaborate with patients and team members on care plans.
• Educate patients on managing clinical conditions and accessing health services.

Skills

Expert knowledge of nursing processes

Strong communication skills

Time management

Customer service orientation

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse diploma

Five years of related nursing experience

Current CLPNA Registration

CPR and BCLS certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The role of the Sherwood Park – Strathcona County PCN Family Practice Nurse is to provide comprehensive nursing services to the patient population of a family practice clinic within the Network. The nurse will work collaboratively with patients, family physicians and other team members to develop and implement care plans and provide follow-up with patients. The nurse will assess, manage and support patients to provide comprehensive care, education and guidance to patients with a variety of clinical conditions. Duties will vary depending on the clinic and patient population.

• 1.0 FTE - Permanent
• Current shift times include 9:00 AM to 5:15 PM and 11:45 AM to 8:00 PM
• Scheduled days will be Tuesday to Saturday
• Clinics are located in the Griesbach area of Edmonton

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Include, but are not limited to the following:
• Work collaboratively within a family practice environment to enhance the delivery of primary care services
• Nursing skills/tasks such as injections, dressing changes, suture removals, foot care, ear flushes, Pap tests, and chronic disease education
• Identify needs and set priorities with the patient, physician and other team members
• Assist in developing and implementing patient self-management programs
• Provide relevant patient education to prevent and manage clinical conditions
• Communicate with patients to determine the next appropriate health services required, based on presenting concerns and test results
• Provide direction in accessing appropriate local and regional health programs
• Implement strategies for improving the quality and provision of care for the practice population
• Initiate appropriate investigations
• Ensure the maintenance of accurate records in line with practice policy
• Other duties as assigned to maintain seamless patient flow throughout office visits
• Provide assistance to physicians as required and appropriate to the position

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Licensed Practical Nurse diploma
• Five years or more of related nursing experience, Primary Care experience a benefit
• Current CLPNA Registration, CPR, and BCLS
• Experience working in a team setting with other health professionals

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Expert knowledge of nursing processes and practices, including intervention strategies and therapies
• Strong, effective written and oral communication skills, high level of perceptiveness
• Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible in a very active work environment
• Respect and understanding of confidentiality
• Customer service orientation
• Ability to manage a complex changing environment
• High levels of integrity and professional behavior

OTHER

• Clinical experience in primary care nursing, community, gerontology and/or chronic disease management
• Advanced skills in health promotion, health screening, assessment and education
• Comprehensive knowledge of normal laboratory values and diagnostic imaging
• Initiative, accountability, sound decision-making and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work in a dynamic environment that requires flexibility and balancing of competing priorities
• Advanced skills in caring for patients with chronic, complex, and/or specialized needs
• Basic computer skills, ability to use Electronic Medical Records

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND COMPETENCIES

• Enthusiastic and positive can-do attitude
• Able and willing, in an unstructured environment, to be flexible, creative and juggle numerous competing priorities
• Ethical, responsible and accountable
• Respect other views/opinions
• Ability to have difficult conversations and be comfortable asking questions
• Exceptional understanding of and appreciation for confidentiality and privacy
• Ability to identify sensitive information

OTHER OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate
• A valid drivers license and access to a vehicle for travel is required
• Flexibility in hours and days of work