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Licensed Practical Nurse

Fort McMurray, AB
  • Number of positions available : 1

  • To be discussed
  • Starting date : 1 position to fill as soon as possible

The Northern Lights Regional Health Centre is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide safe, effective, and compassionate nursing care. Working to full scope of practice, this role is responsible for assessing, monitoring, reporting, and documenting changes in a patient. The LPN delivers appropriate nursing interventions, assists patients as needed, and provides education and information to patients and their families. As a valued member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, the LPN collaborates to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care across a range of ambulatory clinics. These include Endoscopy, Infusions, Minor Surgery Procedures, Dressing/Wound Clinic, Stress Lab, Visiting Specialist Clinics (ENT and Colposcopy), and support in the Orthopedic Clinic. This role requires a collaborative approach to care, grounded in evidence-informed practice and strong nursing competencies. The successful candidate will demonstrate advanced critical thinking, clinical expertise, and the ability to manage complex situations to improve patient outcomes. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and holistic, advanced assessment abilities are essential to this role. Located within Fort McMurray which resides on Treaty 8 territory, and the beautiful lands of the Metis. Respecting the historical impacts of colonization, acknowledging traditional Indigenous beliefs and cultures and the diversity of many beliefs among Indigenous peoples. Enjoy this welcoming multicultural community with opportunities for all ages. Discover Canada's boreal forest, four provincial parks, and nearby lakes and rivers. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Fort McMurray Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $12,480. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.

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).

Recent 1 year experience in an Ambulatory Care Setting

Lead II Connect Care experience


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