Licensed Practical Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Innisfail; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in rural Alberta as a Licensed Practical Nurse at the Innisfail Health Centre. This role provides a unique opportunity to engage in patient care within a close-knit community setting. Enjoy comprehensive benefits while contributing meaningfully to the health and wellbeing of patients in an acute care environment. Ideal candidates are proactive nurses eager to develop their skills and engage in various healthcare disciplines.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan

Lifestyle considerations

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program required.
• Active registration with CLPNA and current BCLS-HCP certification needed.
• 1-3 years' experience in an Acute Care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, quality patient and family centered care.
• Utilize nursing processes and decision-making skills in a healthcare team.
• Follow AHS policies and reflect the organization's values.

Skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Education

Accredited practical nurse education program

BCLS - Health Care Provider certification

Job description

Your Opportunity:

Experience the unique rewards and challenges of rural nursing in Innisfail. If you are a Licensed Practical Nurse who likes small town living, this position in Innisfail might be for you! The Innisfail Health Centre has an Acute Care department with 28 beds, Emergency Department with 10 beds and we also have an Ophthalmology/OR department. You’ll get a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes health, dental, vision, disability, and lifestyle considerations – check it out on our website. You can thrive with AHS! The town of Innisfail has a population of 8,000 with surrounding hamlets. Residents have easy access to the downtown and commercial areas, as well as several parks, playgrounds, bike/walking paths, year-round access to lakes, rivers, and outdoor recreation. The town has 2 large grocery stores, several restaurants, gas stations, banks, various businesses, churches, several schools, an arena, curling rink, and swimming pool. Within a half-hour drive are three beautiful lakes ideal for camping and fishing and the Red Deer River is 5 minutes away. Red Deer is approximately 25 minutes North of Innisfail and Calgary is approximately 50 minutes South.

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.

Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Innisfail Health Center Primary Location: Innisfail Health/MH Care Ctr Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 07-JUL-2025 Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Full Time Date Available: 21-JUL-2025 Temporary End Date: 29-DEC-2025 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 5 Shifts per cycle: 25 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:

1-3 years' experience working in the Acute Care setting. Emergency experience 1-2 years. Lead 2 cardiac lead interpretation course. V Direct Administration course. CAM B cardiac rhythm interpretation course. Experience with CVAD. Up to date with LPN courses and the ability to work to your full scope of practice. Ability to work on your feet for long periods. Ability to work independently and within the team setting. Ability to communicate effectively with all healthcare disciplines. Follow the policies and procedures of Alberta Health Services. Up to date It's Your Move and Mask Fit testing.

Preferred Qualifications:

CTAS preferred. CVAD experience. Wound Care. Rural Nurse Connect Care Training.