Licensed Practical Nurse

Covenant Health Canada; St. Albert; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Covenant Health is hiring for Youville Home in St. Albert to join the casual pool as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Flexibility with shifts and short-notice coverage is essential to support residents in a continuing care setting.

Join a multidisciplinary team providing person-centred care, upholding safety and quality. Competent communication and collaboration are key to success in this role within Covenant Health's long-standing Alberta services.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Practical Nursing program or recognized equivalent.
• Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta (CLHA).
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic care as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Coordinate care activities and support patient safety.
• Contribute to quality improvement and patient/resident safety initiatives.

Skills

Effective communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Practical Nursing diploma or equivalent

Active LPN registration (CLHA)

BLS Healthcare Provider Level C

Job description

Your Opportunity

We're hiring for our casual pool! We are looking for dependable team members with flexible availability and the ability to respond to short notice shifts.

Youville Home is a compassionate continuing care community offering a broad spectrum of services to support its residents, including an on-site nurse practitioner, occupational, physio, and recreation therapy, palliative care, and spiritual support. Our facility also features a chapel, open daily for quiet reflection, and hosts regular services.

Located just minutes northwest of Edmonton, St. Albert is renowned for its exceptional quality of life, including top-tier safety, education, and access to amenities. Families are drawn to its excellent schools, while outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the city’s scenic natural landscapes, including parks, trails, and the Sturgeon River. St. Albert offers abundant opportunities for hiking, biking, and kayaking. The city’s vibrant community spirit is evident through diverse events, festivals, and year-round recreational activities, fostering a strong sense of belonging.

Covenant Health is deeply embedded in Alberta’s integrated health system. With a legacy spanning over 150 years, we deliver high-quality, innovative services across 19 sites in 13 communities. As one of Canada’s largest Catholic health organizations, Covenant Health is committed to excellence, recognized as one of Alberta’s Top 85 Employers for 2026, and named among the World’s Most Ethical Companies for nine consecutive years.

Description

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, collaborating in the delivery of holistic care and support to patients/residents and families. The LPN practices to full scope, applying professional nursing knowledge, clinical judgment, critical thinking, and communication skills to support safe care and positive health outcomes. The role is committed to providing person-centred, culturally safe, and inclusive care that respects the diverse backgrounds, experiences, values, and needs of patients/residents and families. The LPN contributes to a culture of learning and professional practice excellence by orienting, coaching, mentoring, and supporting the development of staff, students, and learners. The role promotes knowledge sharing and collaborative practice to enhance individual, team, and organizational effectiveness. The LPN fosters an inclusive learning environment that encourages respectful engagement and equitable opportunities for growth and development. The LPN demonstrates leadership within their scope of practice by coordinating care activities, supporting effective team functioning, and contributing to quality improvement and patient/resident safety initiatives. The incumbent fosters professional relationships with patients/residents, families, colleagues, physicians, and other members of the health care team, promoting a culture of respect, collaboration, and belonging. The LPN practices in accordance with applicable legislation, regulatory standards, professional ethics, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies, and procedures of Covenant Health. The role supports Covenant Health's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation through respectful and culturally responsive practice. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the USWA Collective Agreement.

• Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
• Union: COV USWA
• Unit and Program: LTC Nursing YH
• Primary Location: Youville Home
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 14-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 24-SEP-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: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Graduate of a Practical Nursing program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta (CLHA). Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

Additional Required Qualifications

Minimum of 1 year LPN experience in Continuing Care within the past 2 years. Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

Availability details must be clearly outlined in resume or cover letter (days, evenings, nights, weekends, and summer commitment). Demonstrated reliability with flexibility to pick up short notice shifts. Connect Care experience.