Licensed Practical Nurse

This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the Renfrew Recovery Centre providing concurrent capable, adult medical detoxification and mental health services. The role focuses on a culture of high work ethic, positivity, collaboration, teamwork and compassionate patient care. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays an important role in providing recovery oriented, client centered, evidence informed, assessment, treatment and recovery services to Albertans. You will perform direct medical monitoring and maintenance of withdrawal; engage in individual therapeutic interactions such as medication administration, triage support, and group facilitation, while supporting individuals in connecting to community-based resources. Working with individuals to manage the full spectrum of addiction & mental health disorders and medical co-morbidities within their full scope of practice is a key part of the LPN's duties. Knowledge and adherence to AHS policies, procedures, values and code of conduct is a requirement of the individual maintaining the position. In addition, adherence to various applicable acts, such as the Mental Health, Health Information, Mental Health Services Protection and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy acts. It is also the expectation that the successful candidate stays up to date on current best practices, unit specific practices, and maintain timely, accurate documentation.

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).

The successful applicant is an assertive, proactive individual with a strong foundation in mental health and addictions and possesses the ability to interact in a wide range of challenging circumstances. Additionally, they excel at working in a fast-paced environment that requires excellent observation, assessment, prioritization, milieu management, conflict resolution, critical thinking and decision-making skills. Current and/or recent experience in an adult medical detox setting. If new graduate, must have had preceptorship in relevant Addiction & Mental Health area immediately prior. Ability to complete complex biopsychosocial assessments, behavioral risk assessments, withdrawal assessments. Client Centered and Trauma informed philosophy of care. Knowledge and competence in de-escalating potentially volatile and violent situations. Knowledge/Understanding of DSM-V.

Understanding of harm reduction strategies and training in Opioid Agonist Therapy. Completion of Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and/or Brief Solution-Focused Therapy training. Previous experience facilitation/co-facilitating groups.