Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- Full Time

Thorpe Recovery Centre; Blackfoot; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Thorpe Recovery Centre in Alberta seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver safe, client-centered care within detox and residential programs. You will collaborate with the Medical Manager and interdisciplinary team to support client stabilization and recovery.

Responsibilities include intake, nursing assessments, medication administration, care plan development, and responding to medical emergencies. LPNs promote trauma-informed, harm-reduction practices and high-quality client care.

Qualifications

• Practical Nurse Diploma from a recognized program.
• Active LPN license in good standing with Alberta College.
• BLS or First Aid up to date.
• Willingness to practice full scope (IM/SC/IV).
• Naloxone training within first three months.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake and nursing assessment to triage per protocols.
• Provide direct nursing care and monitor client stability daily.
• Administer medications and support care plans.
• Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate with physician rounds.
• Develop care plans and de-escalate as needed in a fast-paced setting.

Skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Independent work

Shift work

Education

Practical Nurse Diploma

LPN license Alberta

Job description

NATURE AND SCOPE

Reportingto the Medical Manager or designate and the RN Charge Nurse as required, theLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays a key role in providing safe,client-centered care within TRC’s medically supported detox and residentialprograms.

LPNscare for individuals experiencing substance use and mental health challenges,many of whom present with complex medical and psychological needs. They areaccountable for their nursing practice and collaborate closely with the MedicalManager, Medical Director, and interdisciplinary team to support client stabilizationand recovery.

Responsibilitiesinclude assessing and monitoring client status, documenting observations,administering medications, supporting care plans, and assisting duringphysician rounds. LPNs also respond to emerging medical concerns and helpensure continuity of care in a fast-paced environment.

LPNsadvocate for client safety, promote trauma-informed and harm-reductionpractices, and contribute to a respectful and recovery-oriented care setting.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Conductinginitial intake, nursing assessment, and determining triage level based onclient presentation and clinical protocols.


• Psychiatricevaluations for new Clients.


• AssessingClients daily for level of physical, emotional, and social stability


• Offeringguidance throughout treatment for better goal attainment


• Monitoringfor change in mood or demeanor, recognition of behavior patterns, behaviorchanges and communicating with the interdisciplinary team at Thorpe.


• Developscare plans and communicates with the interdisciplinary team.


• Interveningwith de-escalation techniques to lead the Client back to safety andstability.


• Providingsupport to Community Support Workers (CSWs) as appropriate


• Demonstratethe ability to operate health equipment safely.


• Report and document incidents, adverseevents and/or near misses according to practice setting guidelines andpolicies.


• Providesdirect nursing care to Clients with a variety of primary care needs includingall health complexities with recognition of when it is appropriate to contactthe Physician.


• Assesses,monitors, recognizes clients’ needs for substance use withdrawal management(\"detox\"), post-acute withdrawal syndrome and familiar withtreatments for sub-categories with substance use disorder(s).


• LPN’swill complete all required training and education prior to commencement ofdirect Client care.


• Providesquality Client care to Clients on voluntary inClient unit.


• Performsde-escalation and mental health crisis management.


• Administersmedications, provides wound care, monitors Clients for medication efficacy andsymptom improvement.


• Respondsto overdose emergencies or any other medical emergencies not limited toCRP/defibrillator use, stroke, seizure, heart attack.


• Assists RN with any procedures or processeswhile remaining inside the LPN scope of practice.


• Participates in controlled and regularmedication administration and reconciliation.


• Reports and tracks medication issues


• Reports any medication or Client carediscrepancies to Medical Manager.


• In collaboration with the Medical Managerorders and maintains ward stock supplies


• Collaborates with contracted pharmacy asneeded.


• Work in collaboration with HCA’s to ensure highquality Client care.


• Oversightand reporting any concerns or discrepancies with HCA practice to the MedicalManager

QUALIFICATIONS,EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• PracticalNurse Diploma from a recognized post-secondary practical nurse program


• Maintaina permanent, valid practice permit with the College of Licensed PracticalNurses of Alberta in good standing and without restrictions.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) or First Aid up to date.


• Must be willing to work full scope of practice (including IM/SC/ IV)


• Suboxoneand Sublocade training – to be completed within the first three months ofemployment.


• Experience with CIWA-Ar, COWS, OAT therapies, detox, withdrawal,and basic recovery programming preferred.


• Experiencein an addiction centre preferred.


• Abilityto use critical thinking skills.


• Teamplayer/able to work independently when needed.


• Able towork 12-hour shifts to include weekends and nights.


• Mustprovide a valid driver’s license and a current driver’s abstract upon hire.


• Will berequired to obtain a Criminal record Check with Vulnerable sector check uponhiring and every 2 years of employment.


• All employees are required to complete Naloxonetraining, along with other mandatory trainings, within their first three monthsof employment