Licensed Practical Nurse - Home Care

With a population of approximately 7,000 and only 240 km from Edmonton and 45 km from Cold Lake, Bonnyville offers the best of both country and city living, making it an ideal location to raise a family. For the outdoor enthusiast, Bonnyville offers wetlands and trails along with many lakes within a short distance, and for those looking for recreation, we offer a number of sports and recreation opportunities from hockey and curling to golf and baseball - something for every season! Bonnyville is an energetic town which also boasts a vibrant arts and culture scene, creating opportunity for work-life balance. We boast multiple busy industries including tourism, oil and gas and agriculture.

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.

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).

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and time management skills. Strong ability to work in a collaborative team demonstrating adaptability and flexibility from day to day. Proven critical thinking, decision-making and assessment skills. Physically able to perform all assigned tasks which may involve physical exertion not limited to climbing stairs, walking outside, lifting, pulling pushing, stooping and carrying which may involve visits to client homes that are not ideal. Demonstrated ability to work independently in a team environment. One year LPN experience in a long-term care/home care/acute care setting in the last five years. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered, please attach a resume and cover letter with your application.

Supportive Pathways or any dementia related courses. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention. Palliative Care. Nail Care.