Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN-CS16-206)

Bethany Care Society; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Red Deer, Alberta, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide compassionate care and support to residents. The role involves assessing residents' needs, documenting care, and collaborating within a team. Ideal candidates will have a nursing qualification and registration with CLPNA, along with effective communication skills. This is a part-time temporary position starting on January 9, 2026, with shifts during the day. Competitive pay and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Generous vacation and leave time

Retirement savings programs

Qualifications

• Previous Licensed Practical Nurse experience is preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Dementia Care Certificate and experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote resident-centered care according to care plans.
• Document resident care assessments and outcomes accurately.
• Contribute to a safe environment by adhering to safety guidelines.

Skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Observation skills

Education

Graduate of recognized Licensed Practical Nursing program

Active Registration and in good standing with CLPNA

Job description

About Bethany

Bethany Care Society (Bethany) is one of Western Canada’s largest not-for-profit providers of care, housing, and community services for seniors and adults with disabilities. Since 1945, Bethany has provided high-quality, person-centred care focused on the unique physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of our residents and tenants. We create caring communities to support Albertans to age well.

Why Bethany?

We offer generous vacation and leave time, competitive salaries, benefits, retirement savings programs and top-ups for maternal leaves. We are committed to employee well-being and giving back to our community. We invest in our people because they are the reason for our success.

For more information, check out this video about Working at Bethany.

About the Role

With a passion for care towards residents, families and team members, the Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible and accountable for providing outstanding care and support to residents, resident’s families and volunteers within their designated scope of practice and in accordance with established policies and procedures. The Licensed Practical Nurse provides service that is responsive to the holistic needs of the residents and promotes choice while maintaining dignity and facilitating resident independence.

What You Will Do

Individual responsibilities will fall under six main areas of focus:

1. Resident-Centered Care: Promotes service excellence and is responsive to the residents’ needs in accordance with resident care plans, policies and procedures. Conducts a complete and thorough nursing assessment of the resident to establish and prioritize nursing care and determine appropriate collaboration with Registered Nurse and other Interdisciplinary Team members.
2. Documentation: Accurately and comprehensively documents resident care assessments, interventions and outcomes in alignment with Bethany policies and procedures. Documents timely, accurate reports of data collection, interpretation, planning, implementing and evaluating care in accordance with Bethany Care Society policy, and regulatory requirements.
3. Safety: Contributes to a safe environment for residents, the team and self by understanding and adhering to safety guidelines and practices at all times. Identifies and mitigates unsafe conditions in the work environment, including immediate reporting of any unsafe conditions.
4. Pro‑active Learner: Demonstrates the vision and values of Bethany and lives out the mission of Creating Caring Communities. Attends and actively participates in Interdisciplinary Team meetings and care conferences, and shares knowledge of the resident and advocates for resident choice. Attends and actively participates in education opportunities, including health & safety training.
5. Team Work: Cares for and actively participates and assists the Interdisciplinary Team to achieve and maintain a responsible atmosphere of resident centered care. Promotes constructive caring relationships with the Interdisciplinary Team, by fostering an understanding of the unique contributions of all team members, as well as with the residents, families and visitors.
6. Leadership: Enables a high performance culture through leading, developing and coaching employees. Provides direction and supervision to Health Care Aides and assumes the ‘In Charge’ role when necessary.

What You Bring

• Graduate of recognized Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Previous Licensed Practical Nurse experience is preferred.
• Active Registration and in good standing with CLPNA.
• Able to work effectively in a physically and mentally demanding environment.
• Demonstrates ability to understand, speak, read and write effectively in English.
• Excellent observation, communication and critical thinking skills.
• Current CPR certification.
• Dementia Care Certificate and experience preferred.
• Knowledge of RAI/MDS 2.0 tool, computer skills and electronic documentation is preferred.

Position Information

• Posting Number: 25-9422
• Position Number: LPN-CS16-206
• Location: Bethany CollegeSide
• Classification: LPN
• FTE: 0.80
• Union: AUPE
• Unit: A1
• Position Type: Part-Time Temporary (Until July 29, 2026)
• Shift and Hours of Work: Days (08:00-14:45)
• Shift Per Cycle: 20 days in 4 weeks
• Hours per Shift: 6.25 hours
• Position Start Date: January 9, 2026
• Posting End Date: December 10, 2025 at 6 pm

How to Apply

Like what you see and think you have what it takes to join our team?

INTERNAL APPLICANTS

Internal applicants must utilize their @bethanyseniors.com email address in order to be considered for the role; failure to do so may result in omission from the selection process.

Apply Online at: http://bethanyseniors.com/careers/ by submitting your resume and cover letter.

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those selected to move forward will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bethany Care Society is an equal opportunity employer.

Background Check and Immunization

Successful candidates will be required to obtain a Criminal Background Check and provide proof of all mandatory immunizations.

Privacy Notice

Bethany Care Society complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). By forwarding your resume to Bethany you are consenting to the collection and use of your personal information for this job competition. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.