Licensed Practical Nurse

Recovery Alberta; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Recovery Alberta’s Fort McMurray Recovery Centre is seeking a casual Licensed Practical Nurse to support overnight nursing coverage at a 16-bed residential program. You will assist in promoting continuity of care, respond to health concerns, and enhance patient safety during the 28-day recovery stay.

The role requires completion of an accredited LPN program, current CLHA registration, and BCLS-HCP. Experience in bed-based treatment is a plus; shifts vary with days off listed as Other.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program.
• Current registration/permit with the CLHA.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing support to promote continuity of care during overnight shifts.
• Promote safety and well-being of individuals throughout their recovery journey.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reliability

Education

LPN education program

Job description

The Fort McMurray Recovery Centre is a 16-bed, intensive, recovery-focused addiction program offering a structured 28-day residential stay. Casual LPNs, primarily working overnight shifts, will provide nursing support to promote continuity of care, facilitate timely assessment and response to health concerns, and enhance the safety and well-being of individuals throughout their recovery journey. This casual role will also support the evaluation of overnight nursing coverage to determine its benefits in meeting client needs and informing future service delivery. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, RA currently has a Fort McMurray Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $12,480. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.

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 Recovery Alberta 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 Recovery Alberta.

• Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Fort McMurray Recovery Centre
• Primary Location: Fort McMurray Recovery Centre
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 09-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 30-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $33.16
• Maximum Salary: $43.42
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided

• Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Fort McMurray Recovery Centre
• Primary Location: Fort McMurray Recovery Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 09-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 30-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: Varies
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $33.16
• Maximum Salary: $43.42
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program.Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA).Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to provide compassionate, non-judgmental, person-centered care; and a proven record of reliable attendance, punctuality, and dependability in meeting scheduled shifts.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in working in bed-based treatment or withdrawal management would be considered an asset.

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