Licensed Practical Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Whitecourt; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Canada is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join their team at the Whitecourt Healthcare Centre. This role offers the opportunity to work in various clinical settings including emergency and acute care. Ideal candidates will possess strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, along with an accredited nursing program completion. On-site mentorship is provided, ensuring support and guidance in a fast-paced, community-focused environment. Join us for a fulfilling nursing career!

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program.
• Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with CLPNA.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, quality patient and family-centered care.
• Utilize nursing processes and critical thinking skills.
• Collaborate as part of an interprofessional health care team.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Adaptability

Experience using Windows computers

Education

Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program

Active registration with CLPNA

Tools

Windows computers

Outlook

Connect Care

Job description

Overview

Your Opportunity: We’re looking for a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team at the Whitecourt Healthcare Centre. Whether you're just starting out or bringing years of experience, this is a chance to build a diverse and rewarding practice in rural nursing. You’ll work in emergency, acute care, medical-surgical, and maternity, while building lasting connections with patients and colleagues. It’s a fast-paced role that requires adaptability, sharp clinical judgment, and the confidence to make decisions in the moment - perfect for someone who thrives on challenge and variety. On-site support from our Nurse Educator ensures you’ll have mentorship and guidance every step of the way. In this role, you’re not just a nurse - you’re a trusted neighbor and a vital part of a close-knit community. If you're driven by compassion, curiosity, and a desire to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply today!

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, 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.

Details

• Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Acute Care/Medical Surg
• Primary Location: Whitecourt Healthcare Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.40
• Posting End Date: 17-FEB-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 20-APR-2026
• Temporary End Date: 31-AUG-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 24
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $32.19
• Maximum Salary: $42.16
• 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

• CTAS within 6 months of hire.
• IV initiation and infusion therapy certification or equivalent proof of competency.
• Experience using Windows computers, Outlook, Connect Care.
• This position involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, pushing, patient transfer, pulling, typing, and fine motor tasks, with lifting requirements of up to 50 lbs. occasionally, 21–50 lbs. frequently, and 0–20 lbs. constantly.

Preferred Qualifications

• ACLS, PALS, ENPC, and TNCC or EPIC.
• Rural Nurse Connect Care Trained.
• RSI Training or airway management experience, procedural sedation training.
• Education/experience with breastfeeding support.
• 1 year experience labor and delivery, emergency or rural acute care in the last 3 years.