Licensed Practical Nurse - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Alberta Health Services; Red Deer; Presencial; CAD 46.000 - 60.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Alberta Health Services in Red Deer invites applications for a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The position supports newborn patients and families with high-risk care, using nursing processes and interprofessional collaboration.

Experience with family-centered care is preferred. The role requires ability to work shifts, participate in ongoing learning, and maintain safety and quality care in a fast-changing environment.

Formación

• Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program.
• Active or eligible for registration and a practice permit as a Licensed Practical Nurse with CLHA.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
• Good communication skills and ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Demonstrated ongoing responsibility for maintaining own continuing competence through professional development activities.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Shift work

Critical thinking

Educación

Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program

Herramientas

Basic computer skills

Descripción del empleo

Your Opportunity

A candidate with strong interest, experience and ability to provide family-centered nursing care to newborn patients and families is required. A candidate with certification in a relevant specialty area and leadership training is preferred. Successful applicant will: Competently utilize nursing process in providing direct patient care to high risk infants in a level 2B NICU. Involve and advocate for the family in all matters of care. Disciplined and family centered care environment. Independently and effectively make decisions and able to adapt to changing situations. Organize and set priorities. Build commitment and trust with clients and co-workers. Promote/maintain safe work environment.

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, and demonstrated skill level, in alignment with applicable legislation, standards of practice, policies, and procedures. You will play a key role in providing safe, high quality, patient and family centred care while reflecting the organization's shared vision and values.

Classification

Licensed Practical Nurse

Union: AUPE AUX

Unit and Program: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 0.50

Posting End Date: 16-NOV-2026

Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits

Date Available: 30-NOV-2026

Temporary End Date: 17-APR-2028

Hours per Shift: 11.08

Length of Shift in weeks: 12

Shifts per cycle: 21

Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends

Days Off: As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary: $33.16

Maximum Salary: $43.42

Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program.

Active or eligible for registration and a practice permit as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA).

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Additional Required Qualifications

Registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLHA).

Basic computer skills.

Current NRP certification.

Good communication skills and ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

Competence in relevant technical nursing skills and a willingness to learn new skills as required.

Demonstrated ongoing responsibility for maintaining own continuing competence through professional development activities.

Ability to work shift work.

Ability to meet the physical demands of the job.