Licensed Practical Nurse

Under the direction of the Outpatient Department Manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing direct nursing care to oncology patients in an ambulatory care setting. Outpatient Oncology Clinics: The LPN integrates and applies knowledge of cancer pathophysiology, disease progression, and symptom management to assess patients and evaluate the effectiveness of evidence-based care, best practices, and clinical interventions. The LPN works collaboratively with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to provide high-quality, patient-centered care that aligns with professional nursing standards. Care is delivered within outpatient clinics through direct patient care and virtual services, as required, ensuring patients receive safe, compassionate, and comprehensive support throughout their cancer journey. LPN must possess the knowledge to: Identify and assess the physical, psychological, sociological, and spiritual needs of patients and their families. Facilitate referrals to other disciplines as required for further assessment and treatment. Recognize priority and emergency situations, including those unique to cancer therapies and oncologic emergencies. Prioritize and respond to emergency situations efficiently. Apply oncology knowledge and technical skills in patient assessment. Utilize a comprehensive nursing assessment to establish, document, and revise care plans that meet individual patient needs and treatment modalities. Prioritize nursing actions related to teaching, counseling, supporting, informing, and providing care to patients and families. Education: Attain required and recommended certifications and maintain recertification. Participate in staff and/or patient education. Assume responsibility for ongoing professional development. Act as a preceptor to nursing students as required.

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 LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Previous experience caring for patients undergoing chemotherapy, biotherapy and radiation therapy is required, however experience in high acute areas will be considered. Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team is essential. Demonstrated assessment and critical thinking skills is essential. Ability to organize and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment is essential. Due to the acuity of our patient population, must be able to assist patients with varying degrees of mobility. Ability to withstand physical demands of lifting, pulling, pushing, transferring, and transporting patients. Also, ability to stand for long periods of time and bending is required. Demonstrated ability to prioritize in a rapidly changing environment. Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and independence of nursing practice in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Knowledge in Theoretical Principles of Chemotherapy Administration is an asset.