Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Siksika Nation; Siksiká #146, Alberta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Siksika Nation's SIHLRC seeks experienced Licensed Practical Nurses to join our Medical Services team in a full-time Primary Coverage role. Working rotating shifts across a seven-day week, this position is central to our capacity to provide daily nursing care, medication administration, and health monitoring to relatives in residential and withdrawal management programs.

You will bring clinical competency, relational skill, and a genuine commitment to recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and

Qualifications

• Current Alberta nursing license as an LPN.
• Minimum of three years of nursing experience in healthcare settings, with at least two years in addiction treatment, mental health, or recovery-oriented care.
• CPR/BLS and First Aid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to clients in residential and medical detox settings across four recovery phases.
• Conduct health assessments, monitor vital signs, observe clinical status, and document findings.
• Mentor entry-level nursing staff, modeling culturally safe, trauma-informed care.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Medication administration

Trauma-informed care

Cultural safety

CPR/BLS certification

Team mentorship

Documentation

Education

Alberta LPN license

Job description

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse

Salary: Based on Education and Experience

Date Posted: October 27, 2026

Closing Date: November 10, 2027

Competition Number: H L - 0 1-10-27-26

POSITION SUMMARY:SIHLRC is seeking experienced Licensed Practical Nurses to join our Medical Services team in a full-time Primary Coverage role. Working rotating shifts across a seven-day week, this position is central to our capacity to provide daily nursing care, medication administration, and health monitoring to relatives in residential and withdrawal management programs. The successful candidate will bring clinical competency, relational skill, and a genuine commitment to recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and culturally grounded care.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include but are not limited to:1. Provide direct, comprehensive nursing care to clients in residential and medical detox settings across all four recovery phases.2. Conduct health assessments, monitor vital signs, observe clinical status, and document findings with accuracy and detail.3. Provide clinical guidance and mentorship to entry-level nursing staff, modeling best practices in culturally safe, trauma-informed care.4. Collaborate closely with the Medical Manager on complex client health needs and medication protocols.5. Provide health education to clients and families regarding medications, recovery health practices, nutrition, stress management, and self-care.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong knowledge of nursing practices, clinical assessment, medication administration, and healthcare procedures.

Knowledge of addiction treatment, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented nursing practices.

Knowledge of health and safety, infection control, and emergency response protocols.

Strong clinical judgement and ability to provide compassionate, respectful care.

Education and Experience Current Alberta nursing license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Minimum of three years of nursing experience in healthcare settings, with at least two years in addiction treatment, mental health, or recovery-oriented care. Professional Designation/Certification/Licenses: Current CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) certification. First Aid certification Other: Requires general knowledge of the Siksika Nation culture and some ability to communicate in the Siksika language.

Position will be filled based on requirements and candidate qualifications. Priority: Siksika then others

• POSITION SUMMARY:
• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Education and Experience