Licensed Practical Nurse
- Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
- Union: AUPE AUX
- Department: SHC Medical Nursing Unit
- Primary Location: South Health Campus
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.00
- Posting End Date: 02-NOV-2020
- Employee Class: Casual/Relief
- Date Available: 12-NOV-2020
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
- Shifts per cycle: Varies
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
- Days Off: Other
- Minimum Salary: $26.45
- Maximum Salary: $34.63
- Vehicle Requirement: N/A
Completion of an accredited Licensed 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 Required Qualifications:2 years of acute care Medical/Surgical Nursing experience within the last 5 years required. PCA Certification required. TNA/TPN monitoring knowledge required. Central Line Certification required. Chest Tube care and maintenance knowledge required. Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills. Effective interpersonal and communication skills through computer, verbal and written means, in a professional, and mature manner. Knowledge and use of Clinibase, SCM, and AHS email required. Demonstrated effective patient teaching experience (both written and verbal). Strong critical thinking skills demonstrated. Proficiency in clinical assessment skills.
Preferred Qualifications:High functioning time-management and organizational skills. Ability to prioritize in a rapidly changing environment. Initiative, flexibility, and independence of nursing practice in a team environment. Ability to successfully establish relationships with both patients and families and engage them in their care. Previous experience preceptoring, orientating, and/or mentoring new staff and/or students preferred.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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