Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Alberta Reproductive Centre; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A fertility clinic in Edmonton is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join their team. The role involves updating patient records, assisting with fertility procedures, and ensuring exceptional patient care. Candidates should be certified LPNs with 1 year of experience in a fertility center preferred. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently are essential. This is a full-time position offering benefits including extended health care and paid time off. Work location is in person.

Benefits

Extended health care

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a fertility centre is an asset.
• Licensure and good standing with the College for Alberta's Licensed Practical Nurses (CLPNA)
• IV initiation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Updating patient records in the EMR including sending reminders.
• Addressing patient inquiries via phone, email, and EMR.
• Assisting with procedures including egg retrievals and embryo transfers.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Critical thinking skills

Effective communication skills

Time management

Computer skills

Experience with LGBTQI2 patients

Education

Certified Licensed Practical Nurse

BLS certification

ACLS certification (preferred)

Completed phlebotomy course (or prepared to do so)

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

Are you someone who is compassionate, efficient, a team-player, and brings that “rock star” attitude to work with them?

Then come join us at Alberta Reproductive Centre (ARC) and become part of a family-oriented, forward-thinking organization with a state-of-the-art IVF laboratory. ARC provides a full range of fertility services including investigations, surgery, IUI, IVF, ICSI, pre-implantation genetic testing, egg/sperm freezing, and early prenatal support. We pride ourselves in one-on-one patient care and work with our patients to provide an individualized, unique care plan. Our staff and our patients come first!

We are located on the West End of Edmonton, conveniently just off the Anthony Henday.

Reporting to the Nursing Manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for caring for the patients coming into the ARC facility including tasks like creating and maintaining accurate patient records, assisting with fertility procedures, recording vital signs, and reporting symptoms and changes in patient conditions.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Updating patient records in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) including sending reminders to patients
• Addressing patient inquiries via phone, email and EMR
• Draw patient blood for testing
• Prepare all patient paperwork and requisitions as needed
• Assist Nurses
• Assist with procedures as required including egg retrievals and embryo transfers
• Obtain, monitor and record vital signs during procedures
• Follow-up with patients consent forms as required
• Superb documentation of all patient interactions
• Indirect patient care activities including cleaning recovery bays in between patients, replenishing clinical supplies in procedure and examination rooms, and perform required daily and monthly equipment and safety checks as required by clinic policy
• Maintaining the utmost confidentiality with all patients and fellow employees
• Abide by and follow ARC’s policies and procedures

Qualification & Licensures

• Certified Licensed Practical Nurse
• 1 year experience in a fertility centre is an asset
• BLS (required) and ACLS (preferred) certification
• Licensure and good standing with the College for Alberta's Licensed Practical Nurses (CLPNA)
• IV initiation skills required
• Completed phlebotomy course or is prepared to do so

Experience, Skills & Abilities

• 1 year experience in a fertility centre is an asset
• Strong interpersonal skills, confidentiality, and high degree of discretion
• Critical thinking skills and ability to work under pressure
• Effective communication skills both verbally and written
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as a member of a team
• Excellent time management and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize, organize workload and plan independently
• Excellent organization skills
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to meet workload demands
• Adequate computer skills
• Demonstrated pattern of good attendance and work performance
• EMR experience an asset
• Comfortable in working with LGBTQI2 patients
• Committed to patient centered care
• Committed to patient safety, infection control and risk management

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person