Licensed Practical Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Wetaskiwin; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Alberta is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their Acute Care unit situated in Wetaskiwin. The position demands strong communication skills and collaboration with a healthcare team to deliver patient-centered care. The successful candidate will engage in the assessment and evaluation of care while adhering to Alberta's nursing guidelines. This role supports professional growth and offers stable working conditions within a busy hospital environment. Please ensure online applications are submitted as in-person resumes won't be accepted.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with CLPNA.
• Minimum (1) year employment as a licensed practical nurse in acute care in the past (2) years.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, quality patient and family centered care.
• Participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.
• Work collaboratively within an interprofessional health care team.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Education

Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP)

Job description

Overview

Your Opportunity: 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! Please note that it is policy that all applications are made online and resumes dropped off will not be accepted.

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.

Responsibilities

• Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Unit 33, Acute Care
• Primary Location: Wetaskiwin Hospital & Care Ctr
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 29-JAN-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 09-FEB-2026
• Temporary End Date: 31-JAN-2027
• Hours per Shift: 11.08
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 42
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evening, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• 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

Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Minimum (1) year employment as a licensed practical nurse in acute care in the past (2) years.

Preferred qualifications

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