Licensed Practical Nurse

The successful LPN will support an integrated intensive rehabilitation care plan for patients on unit 4C at the Glenrose Hospital. The successful LPN works to full scope and assists with implementing nursing care plans that maximize our patient's functional independence and support the medical management of a diverse older adult population. The LPN must be able to effectively communicate and interact with an interprofessional care team. The successful candidate must be confident to practice to full scope and be physically able to stand for long periods of time and assist patients with ADL's, compression stocking application, transferring and toileting assistance.

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.

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).

Previous experience in an acute care setting, or charge LPN responsibilities in LTC/subacute/palliative setting, experience working with medically complex patients. Must be able to push/pull/bend/ walk and stand for majority of shift.

Connect Care training and fluency.