Licensed Practical Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Wetaskiwin; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Wetaskiwin Hospital & Care Centre in Wetaskiwin, Alberta is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Acute Care unit on a 0.56 FTE, temporary schedule. You will join an interprofessional team delivering care on surgical/medical/telemetry units.

The role includes patient assessment, planning and evaluation of care, with emphasis on communication and collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and support staff.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Alberta.
• Current BCLS-HCP certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality patient care on Acute Care units.
• Collaborate with interprofessional team to plan and evaluate patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and care providers.

Skills

Communication

Education

LPN registration (Alberta)

BCLS-HCP certification

Job description

Wetaskiwin has an exciting opportunity for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position on their Acute Care unit! Wetaskiwin is a large rural hospital, and you will have the opportunity to work on all three inpatient acute care units. The acute care units range from 21 to 27 beds with the prospect of working surgical/medical/telemetry. They foster a strong collaborative team environment with Nurses, Physicians, Unit Clerks, and Health Care Aides. This position will report to the Unit Manager - Wetaskiwin and will support the surgical/medical/telemetry units. The LPN will be committed to providing open communication and feedback with respect for colleagues, care providers, patients and families. The LPN will also work as a member of a health care team, collaborating on the delivery of care to meet the needs of the patients/clients. The LPN participates in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care and should expect to work to their full scope of practice. This position offers the opportunity for both personal and professional development within a variety of teams.Wetaskiwin is located 70 km south of Edmonton in the heart of Central Alberta. Wetaskiwin is a city rich in history, culture and diversity. From the historic downtown to golf courses, fitness programs, and NASCAR racetrack, there is always something to do in Wetaskiwin!

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.

• Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Unit 35, Acute Care
• Primary Location: Wetaskiwin Hospital & Care Ctr
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.56
• Posting End Date: 05-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 15-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 05-OCT-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 24
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $33.16
• Maximum Salary: $43.42
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Unit 35, Acute Care
• Primary Location: Wetaskiwin Hospital & Care Ctr
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.56
• Posting End Date: 05-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 15-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 11.08
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 24
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $33.16
• Maximum Salary: $43.42
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

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:

Strong communication skills, both written and orally. Minimum (1) year employment as a licensed practical nurse in acute care in the past (2) years. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered, please attach a resume and cover letter with your application.

Preferred Qualifications:

Basic Cardiac Life Support, Non-violent Crisis Intervention training courses. Palliative and Wound Care courses.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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