Licensed Practical Nurse
Your Opportunity:
We are looking for an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to add to the 1 East Inpatient Cardiology Unit. As an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, you will participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of the overall care plan for each patient with a focus on cardiac care. The unit offers the opportunity for all nursing staff to work to their full scope of practice. The successful candidate will adhere to and maintain current professional practice standards, Code of Ethics, and hospital and program policies and procedures. Unit 1 East is a 28-bed unit, including 4 post angioplasty recovery beds, focusing on the care of cardiology patients. Inpatient Cardiology provides an extensive orientation/training program supported by a strong multidisciplinary team approach, consisting of both classroom and clinical time, with the assistance of a CNE and staff members ranging from novice to expert. Cardiac Services promotes career growth and development and takes pride in adhering to the most current Standards of Care and instilling Nursing Excellence among its staff. Physical demands of the job include sitting and standing for extended periods, lifting/moving/pushing 50-75 lbs with assistance, frequently assisting patients to reposition/stand/sit, using repetitive motions/actions such as typing and computer use for prolonged periods, and extensive telephone use. Successful applicants will be expected to work cohesively within the multidisciplinary team.
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 shared vision and values of the organization.
- Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
- Union: AUPE AUX
- Unit and Program: Unit 1 East - Inpatient Cardiology CK Hui Heart Centre
- Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 02-MAR-2026
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
- Date Available: 12-MAR-2026
- Temporary End Date: 05-MAR-2027
- Hours per Shift: 11.08
- Length of Shift in weeks: 4
- Shifts per cycle: 14
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $32.19
- Maximum Salary: $42.16
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
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 Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta (CLHA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
Additional Required Qualifications:Maintenance of Active and in Good Standing CLPNA practice permit throughout employment
Preferred Qualifications:Recent adult acute care experience preferred Telemetry monitoring experience preferred. Able to work collaboratively within the interdisciplinary team. Excellent time management skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Experience with Connect Care inpatient environment.
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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