Licensed Practical Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Grande Prairie; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in Grande Prairie, where you can provide exceptional care as a Licensed Practical Nurse. This role offers the chance to work in a state-of-the-art facility, contributing to the health and well-being of the community. Enjoy a competitive salary and a remote retention allowance while working in a vibrant city known for its outdoor activities and cultural richness. Experience the beauty of northern Alberta and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Remote Retention Allowance

Competitive Pay

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program.
• Active or eligible for registration with CLPNA.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, quality patient and family-centered care.
• Utilize nursing processes and AHS policies and procedures.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse Education Program

Job description

Your Opportunity:

The city of Grande Prairie is located in northwest Alberta and has something for everyone! We are a growing city with close to 70,000 residents. In addition to a state of the art recreation facility, there are many outdoor and indoor activities available at our numerous parks and golf courses. Grande Prairie also has a vibrant arts and culture community, live theatre and a multitude of dining and shopping opportunities. The new Grande Prairie Regional Hospital (GPRH) is bringing care closer to home for the nearly 400,000 Albertans living in the North Zone. With a state-of-the-art cancer care facility, increased bed capacity, and a robust referral center, the GPRH will become an important health hub for northwest Alberta. Every day, you can deliver excellence in care in Grande Prairie alongside an interdisciplinary team of passionate and dedicated professionals. Come to northern Alberta, where the people are warm, you can expand your horizons, and experience the beauty of the North. AHS offers a competitive rate of pay and currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. 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 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.

Acute Care Alberta: N Primary Care Alberta: N Recovery Alberta: N Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Unit 21 Surgical Inpatients Primary Location: Grande Prairie Rgnl Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 05-MAY-2025 Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Full Time Date Available: 19-MAY-2025 Temporary End Date: 01-SEP-2025 Hours per Shift: 11.08 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 40 Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $27.58 Maximum Salary: $36.13 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

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:

As Required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Inpatient surgical nursing would be an asset.