Licensed Practical Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Claresholm; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health care provider in Claresholm, Alberta, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver comprehensive patient care in a team-based environment. Key responsibilities include assessing and implementing care plans for residents at the Willow Creek Continuing Care Centre. Candidates must have completed an accredited practical nurse education program, possess BCLS certification, and demonstrate critical thinking skills. This position offers competitive salary ranging from $32.19 to $42.16 per hour with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Canadian Student Loan Forgiveness for Nurses

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA).
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
• Experience working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care at the Willow Creek Continuing Care Centre.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate resident care.
• Supervise and schedule staff as necessary.

Skills

Dementia experience

Critical thinking skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Completion of accredited practical nurse education program

Job description

Overview

Your Opportunity: This is an exciting opportunity to provide quality patient care at the Willow Creek Continuing Care Centre (Long Term Care setting). Join the passionate and diverse team at the Willow Creek Continuing Care Centre in Claresholm, Alberta. Claresholm is nestled in the Porcupine Hills and offers outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, and fishing. This position is in Claresholm, approximately 136 km south of Calgary and 80 km north of Lethbridge. Under the management of the Patient Care Manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works as a member of a health care team, collaborating on the delivery of care to meet the needs of patients/clients. The LPN assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care and works in consultation with Registered Nurses (RNs) and members of the interdisciplinary team to meet the needs of more complex patients/clients. The LPN also directs and provides resident care, supervises and schedules staff as necessary, and collaborates with families and residents. As one of the leaders of the front-line team, you will ensure the care needs of residents are met in a comprehensive and timely manner. The LPN is responsible and accountable to the public for their practice, according to the Standards defined by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) Standards of Practice (2003). Working in this position you can qualify for the Canadian Student Loan Forgiveness for Nurses. If you qualify, you could receive up to $20,000 in Canada Student Loan forgiveness over a maximum of five years ($4,000 per year). To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered, please attach a resume and cover letter with your application. Please note: This position is located outside of the Calgary city limits (136 km south of Calgary).

Description

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of an interprofessional health care team utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills. You will be guided by your education, experience, demonstrated skill level and Alberta Health Services (AHS) policies and procedures. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.

Details

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: ISFL- Continuing Care
• Primary Location: Willow Creek
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.70
• Posting End Date: 06-FEB-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 23-FEB-2026
• Temporary End Date: 02-AUG-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 42
• Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $32.19
• Maximum Salary: $42.16
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
• Additional Required Qualifications: Ability to work as a member of a team and to request and accept direction as required. Demonstrates critical thinking skills within scope of practice, including clinical judgment, problem solving skills and strong decision making ability. Dementia experience is required. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, as is a commitment to integrating Patient and Family Centered Care principles into practice. The ability to adapt quickly to changing and fluctuating workloads will be vital. A commitment to promoting a positive work environment and to professional development is valued.
• Preferred Qualifications: Geriatric experience. Supportive living and/or continuing care experience is an asset. Supportive pathways certification. Non-violent crisis intervention certification. Palliative experience is an asset.