Licensed Practical Nurse

Vision Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Edmonton is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to assist with pre-operative admissions and assessments. The ideal candidate will hold a valid LPN certification and have exceptional communication skills. This full-time position offers benefits such as free LASIK surgery, vacation days, and a supportive work culture. Candidates must be comfortable traveling between locations and available Monday to Friday. Join a passionate team and make a difference in patients' lives.

Benefits

Free LASIK surgery

3 weeks of vacation

Group insurance

RRSP match

Qualifications

• Registered with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta.
• Experience in ophthalmology and/or optometry is an asset.
• Flexible availability from Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-operative admissions for ophthalmic surgeries.
• Conduct and document pre-op assessments.
• Prepare patients for surgery and support surgical flow.
• Document assessments and interventions in the EMR.

Skills

Communication skills in English

Ability to connect and build trust

Thrive in a dynamic environment

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse certification

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification

Job description

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) | Edmonton

Working for LASIK MD (an affiliated entity of Vision Group) is to help improve people's eyesight. It is having the feeling of a mission accomplished and a job well done. It is seeing happiness in the eyes of patients and realizing that you have changed the way they see life. All of this can be achieved while having the opportunity to build a stable and rewarding career that meets your full potential.

Join our team, where our Great Place to Work® certification represents our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive culture for every member of our organization.

A look at your benefits

• You hold a permanent full-time position (approx. 40 hrs/week, no weekends).
• You benefit from a free LASIK surgery, 3 weeks of vacation, 3 sick days, 1 floater & 1 wellness day.
• You benefit from group insurance, telemedicine & RRSP match.
• You work with experts in Ophthalmology & you can count yourself as a team member of one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

Your tasks at a glance

You complete pre-operative admissions for same-day ophthalmic surgeries.

You conduct and document pre-op assessments, including vital signs, medical history, medication reconciliation, allergy verification & surgical consent.

You prepare patients for surgery and support efficient surgical flow.

You provide brief pre-op education and reinforce post-op instructions as required.

You accurately document all assessments and interventions in the EMR.

You support limited post-operative discharge activities within scope.

• You support the organization's Risk Management program by identifying and promptly reporting patient safety concerns, incidents, or potential risks to clinic management, to assist in the organization's overall efforts to identify, report, and mitigate risks.
• You perform any other task requested by the Center Director or the management team.

A clear view of your assets

• You are a Licensed Practical Nurse registered with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta.
• You have an Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Your experience in ophthalmology and/or optometry is considered an asset.
• You find it easy to connect with others and quickly build trust.
• You thrive in a dynamic environment and when working in a team.
• You have excellent communication skills in English.
• Schedule: You have flexible work availability from Monday to Friday (6:45am to 3:30pm, or 8:00am to 5:00pm), and are available to work at both LASIK MD Edmonton South & LASIK MD Edmonton North West.
• Required: You are comfortable traveling between our LASIK MD South, LASIK MD North West locations as shifts will be shared between both locations.

From our point of view

If you think you are the right candidate for this position and are ready to join a passionate and dedicated team, apply now.