Licensed Practical Nurse - Obstetrics

Cencora | Pharma solutions; Grande Prairie; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their Obstetrics Department in Grande Prairie. The role involves providing quality patient-centered care, working collaboratively with a healthcare team, and participating in educational support for patients throughout pregnancy and childbirth. Opportunities for professional growth and diverse patient experiences await as part of a dedicated team in a busy obstetrical environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program required.
• Active or eligible to register with CLPNA.
• Current BCLS Health Care Provider certification necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, quality patient and family centered care.
• Work within an interprofessional health care team.
• Participate in patient education and support during prenatal and postpartum phases.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Education

Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program

Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta

Tools

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Job description

Your Opportunity:

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, demonstrated skill level and AHS policies and procedures. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.

The GPRH Obstetrics Department consists of a single-room maternity care model with 22 rooms: 18 Labour, Delivery and Recovery rooms; 4 private antepartum/postpartum rooms; and a 5-bed assessment/OB triage area. The unit has its own OR and Recovery room area embedded in the unit. We care for patients who are low to high risk during the antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum periods, including patients requiring C-sections. The 5-bed assessment/OB triage area provides outpatient care and assessment of pregnant women from 20 weeks gestation to delivery. When the unit census allows, care is also provided for off-service patients. We value high-quality, effective, efficient, evidence-based, patient-centered care for all our pregnant, labouring, postpartum, newborn, and perinatal loss patients. Our goal is to empower patients and families through education and support during pregnancy and childbirth, while encouraging staff to learn and grow. Joining the GPRH Obstetrical team offers opportunities to develop nursing, interpersonal, coaching, teaching, multitasking, and assessment skills through caring for patients with rapidly changing conditions during the antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum phases.

Position Details:

• Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Unit 31 - Obstetrics
• Primary Location: Grande Prairie Rgnl Hospital
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 18-JUL-2025
• Start Date: 04-AUG-2025
• Temporary End Date: 30-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: 11.08
• Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
• Salary Range: $27.58 - $36.13

Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program.
• Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA).
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Additional Qualifications:

• Ability to work to full scope of practice.
• Current cardiac basic life support.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with colleagues and patients.
• Adaptability to a changing environment.
• Commitment to patient and family centered care.
• Proficient critical thinking skills.
• Personal commitment to professional development.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple demands.
• Willingness to participate in shift work.
• Physical ability to meet job requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current certification in Neonatal Resuscitation.
• Certification as IBCLC (International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant).
• Leadership experience.
• Fetal health Surveillance.
• Stork connect care access.