Licensed Practical Nurse

Covenant Health Canada; Camrose; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant Health Canada is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a dynamic role in Orthopedic and General Surgery. The LPN will be integral in collaborating on patient care, exhibiting leadership capabilities, and working in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have strong problem solving and organizational skills, and possess the necessary qualifications as outlined in the job description.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Practical Nursing program or recognized equivalent required.
• Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) required.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

Responsibilities

• Works with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to deliver holistic, comprehensive care.
• Provides safe, quality care in accordance with established standards.
• Leads teams effectively in providing patient support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Assessment skills

Organizational skills

Education

Practical Nursing program or recognized equivalent

Active registration with CLPNA

Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C)

Job description

Your Opportunity

Reporting to the Unit Manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works to full scope of practice with our multidisciplinary health care team. Collaborating on the delivery of holistic, comprehensive care and supporting patients and families. The LPN must be able to team lead effectively on their own; providing safe, quality care in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. Unit 5 is a 24 bed Orthopedic and General Surgery Unit which will challenge you and strengthen your nursing skills and efficiency. We welcome anyone who is highly motivated, organized and has a passion for post-operative care. 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:
Unit 5 Surgery
• Primary Location:
St. Mary's Hospital
• Location Details:
As Per Location
• Multi-Site:
Not Applicable
• FTE:
0.00
• Posting End Date:
16-JUN-2025
• Employee Class:
Casual/Relief
• Date Available:
26-JUN-2025
• Hours per Shift:
3.25-11.25
• Length of Shift in weeks:
Varied
• Shifts per cycle:
Varied
• Shift Pattern:
Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off:
Other
• Minimum Salary:
$27.58
• Maximum Salary:
$36.13
• 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 of Alberta (CLPNA) required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

Additional Required Qualifications

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required. Proven problem solving and critical thinking skills required. Excellent assessment and organizational skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

Surgical experience an asset. C-Spine training and advanced wound care experience an asset.