Licensed Practical Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Redwater; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Alberta is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver patient and family-centered care in Emergency, Acute Care, and Long Term Care. The role involves utilizing nursing processes and critical thinking skills, along with adapting to shifting priorities. Candidates must have completed an accredited nursing program and hold a BCLS certification. This position includes varying shifts, and offers a salary range from $27.58 to $36.13 per hour, ensuring a fulfilling career experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program.
• Active or eligible for registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Responsibilities

• Provide patient and family centered care in Emergency, Acute Care, and Long Term Care.
• Utilize nursing processes and critical thinking skills.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and workloads.

Skills

Assessment skills

Organization skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program

Active or eligible for registration with CLPNA

Current BCLS-HCP certification

Job description

Your Opportunity

Living in a small town that’s close to a big city offers the best of all worlds. The Town of Redwater is situated in beautiful northern Alberta, one hour north of Edmonton. For residents who enjoy a busy lifestyle, we offer outdoor recreational opportunities including golf, an outdoor swimming pool, and the sand hills natural area for a great ATV ride! If the indoors is more for you, we have a multi-use recreational facility that will meet all your needs! Your role as a Licensed Practical Nurse will improve the lives of Albertans, providing patient- and family-centered care across the life span through your work in the areas of Emergency, Acute Care and Long Term Care.

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.

Job Details

• Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Emergency, Acute Care, Long Term Care
• Primary Location: Redwater Health Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 02-JAN-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 12-JAN-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75, 11.08
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: Other
• 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

Demonstrated excellent assessment, organization and patient care skills required along with the ability to communicate findings in a concise and accurate manner. Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to changing and fluctuating priorities and workloads. Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Must be able to identify own learning needs and seek guidance in professional practice where knowledge deficits occur. Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Ability to work shift work. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. An excellent attendance record, reliability, and personal suitability must be demonstrated through employment references.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working as an LPN in a rural Acute Care/Emergency assignment is preferred.