Licensed Practical Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Town of Sylvan Lake; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the home care team and support clients in the community. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse Case Manager, focusing on safe, family-centered services in clients’ homes.

The role requires an accredited LPN program, CLHA registration eligibility, CPR/BCLS-HCP, and experience in home care with reliable transport.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program.
• Active or eligible for registration and a practice permit as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the CLHA.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
• Two years' home care experience recommended within the last five years.
• Valid Driver’s license and good attendance history.
• Physically able to perform tasks including stairs, lifting and visiting client homes.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, monitor and evaluate clients in consultation with the RN Case Manager.
• Coordinate and provide quality care to clients in the community.
• Deliver direct care in clients' homes or alternative settings as assessed.

Skills

LPN licensure

Home care experience

Patient assessment

Case management

Driving

Education

LPN education program

CLHA registration

BCLS-HCP

Tools

Connect Care PCS

Job description

As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will report to the Home Care Manager and will be responsible to assess, plan, monitor and evaluate clients in consultation with the Registered Nurse Case Manager....

CA$44.56–CA$60.98 hourly

Part-time

Reporting to the Care Manager, the Registered Nurse - Case Manager is responsible for directing the care of clients under the home care program.Using your strong assessment, organizational, and lea...

As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will report to the Home Care Manager and will be responsible to assess, plan, monitor and evaluate clients in consultation with the Registered Nurse Case Manager. You will be responsible for coordinating and providing quality care to clients in the community and will provide direct care in partnership with clients and their families in their own residence or an alternate care setting, as determined by the assessment.

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, and demonstrated skill level, in alignment with applicable legislation, standards of practice, policies, and procedures. You will play a key role in providing safe, high quality, patient and family centred care while reflecting the shared vision and values of the organization.

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program. Active or eligible for registration and a practice permit as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Minimum of two years' experience within the last five years of Home Care experience, although skills and experience relevant to nursing practice in community sector will be considered. Valid Driver’s license. An excellent attendance record, reliability and personal suitability must be demonstrated through your employment references. Physically able to perform all assigned tasks and may involve physical exertion not limited to climbing stairs, walking outside, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and carrying which may involve visits to client homes that are not ideal.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in providing case management services with knowledge of Connect Care PCS and service authorizations. Experience in Home Parenteral Therapy (HPT), wounds, lower limb assessments, skin and ostomy care, palliative support and client teaching. Aware of Continuing Care Health Service Standards and the ability to incorporate these standards in your practice.