Licensed Practical Nurse

Covenant Living; St. Albert; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Covenant Living is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for a part-time position at Foyer Lacombe in St. Albert. The role involves managing care delivery, supporting residents and their families, and ensuring quality service in accordance with Covenant Care's values. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and a commitment to compassionate care.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Practical Nurse Program required.
• Current registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta required.
• Ability to speak French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day delivery of care to residents.
• Work with interdisciplinary team to meet changing needs of residents.
• Provide support during residents' end of life journey.

Skills

Critical assessment skills

Active listening

Compassion

Time management

Education

Graduate of an approved Practical Nurse Program

Current registration with CLPNA

Current CPR / First Aid Certification

Job description

Foyer Lacombe, St. Albert, Alberta, Canada

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 8:00 AM | Expires Monday, June 2, 2025 at 7:59 AM

Foyer Lacombe Permanent Part Time LPN FTE 0.70 Days

About the Organization:

We believe caring for seniors is a calling that begins with a deep desire to create an environment where the people in our care can heal—body, mind, and soul—through the compassionate care and presence of their families and an interdisciplinary team of caregivers. We are team members with the heart and courage to contribute to fostering a caring community: a home where people requiring specialized care can experience comfort and belonging and a collaborative workplace where staff experience fulfillment.

In fulfillment of this mission, Covenant Care - Covenant Living actively participate in advancing the Covenant Strategic Plan that aspires to:

Serve – we will strengthen our mission and live our values to meet the needs of those we serve through excellence in care, an engaged team, and wise use of our resources;

Transform and Grow – We will transform the health system and grow through integration, innovation, and shared learnings to respond to the strengths and needs of our communities, especially those most vulnerable;

And Contribute – we will leverage our legacy to maximize the strategic contribution of Catholic health care.

Covenant Care - Covenant Living is an organization that takes its mission to the heart of everything it does. We believe that this is what makes our organization stand out in our approach. Our Employees are the key to how our residents feel about their home… you have the ability to be a part of influencing the lives of all those that reside in our environments and create a caring and compassionate environment.

Position Summary:

Covenant Care welcomes all who share a calling to serve those most in need.

We are called to continue the healing ministry of Jesus by serving with compassion, upholding the sacredness of life in all stages, and caring for the whole person- body, mind and soul. The position of Licensed Practical Nurse will commit to incorporate our mission, vision, and our values, which are Compassion, Collaboration, Respect, Social Justice, Integrity and Stewardship, and uphold our ethical traditions as foundational aspects in all actions and decision-making.

Reporting to the LPN Supervisor, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for managing the day-to-day delivery of care to residents by motivating and empowering the team. The LPN works cohesively with members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure the nursing process (Assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation) is individualized and ongoing, such that changing needs of residents are addressed and met.

In accordance with Covenant Care’s mission, vision, and values, this position is responsible for ensuring that residents receive quality care and service according to Covenant Care policies and procedures. Provides support to residents, their family and visitors during the resident’s end of life journey that will enable choice, dignity, privacy, respect and individuality.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved Practical Nurse Program required
• Current registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) required
• Current CPR / First Aid Certification / Equivalency required
• Ability to speak French an asset
• Dementia education an asset
• Strong critical assessment skills
• Exhibits open and sincere approach to relating to people by demonstrating respect and compassion for everyone equally
• Recognizes and responds effectively to verbal and non-verbal cues with exceptional active listening skills
• Ability and knowledge to work in a continuing care setting and the ability to deal with difficult behaviors
• Ability to cope with frequent changes such as daily routine, workload, shifts and resident needs and possess exceptional multi-tasking and time management skills

PLEASE NOTE:

Covenant Care offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package.

All employees new to Covenant Care must provide a criminal record check not older than 6 months ahead of your commencement date.CriminalRecord Check/VulnerablePerson Screening processing is taking much longer than typical (3 to 4 weeks) and that commencing the process in advance is advisable.Not having your CRC will delay your ability to commence employment. Covenant Care is committed to an inclusive work environment and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank you in advance for applying with Covenant Care.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Foyer Lacombe, St. Albert, Alberta, Canada