Licensed Practical Nurse
Your Opportunity:
If you enjoy a fast-paced environment, thrive on problem solving in complex situations and are open to change, this position may be of interest to you. Unit 31 is an acute medical unit that specializes in Nephrology related services and interventions, while also caring for a vast inpatient population with complex and diverse medical needs. In this role, you will provide compassionate and professional services to patients and their families, while fostering a collaborative and supportive environment that focuses on safe and individualized care in accordance with AHS values. This collaborative environment is suitable for candidates who have recent experience in Nephrology and/or General Medicine related care.
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, 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.
- Acute Care Alberta: N
- Primary Care Alberta: N
- Recovery Alberta: N
- Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
- Union: AUPE AUX
- Unit and Program: Unit 31 Renal
- Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.75
- Posting End Date: 16-JUN-2025
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
- Date Available: 26-JUN-2025
- Temporary End Date: 04-JUN-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 4
- Shifts per cycle: 15
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $27.58
- Maximum Salary: $36.13
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
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 Required Qualifications:The successful candidate will possess minimum: Recent acute care Medical/surgical experience. Basic computer skills. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build and maintain effective interpersonal relationships. Proven competence in relevant technical nursing skills. Demonstrated responsibility to maintaining own continuing competence and willingness to learn new skills through Professional Development activities. Ability to work shifts and meet the physical requirement of the job. New graduates will also be considered. Please submit one application for each position desired as copies of applications will not be submitted for multiple postings on your behalf. Applications must include an attached resume including skills and ability for the position, since selection is based on information provided in the application. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for applying with AHS!
Preferred Qualifications:Please note All Acute Care, Continuing Care, Mental Health and Public Health applications require a cover letter and current resume outlining experience and abilities relevant to the position. As resumes are not kept on file, a cover letter and resume are essential to determine candidates selected for interview.
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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