Licensed Practical Nurse

South Health Campus is more than just a hospital, the campus environment includes inpatient units, outpatient clinics, wellness services, as well as prevention and public health learning opportunities for staff, patients and the surrounding communities. The SHC has four key pillars of service: Patient and Family Centered Care, Wellness, Collaborative Practice, and Innovation. These pillars are the guiding principle for the Pulmonary Diagnostic and Specialty Clinics in the delivery of care to all patients and families. Job Description: Under the direction of the Management Team for Pulmonary Diagnostics and Specialty Clinics, the LPN is responsible for: assessment, planning, intervention, education and evaluation of patient care in the outpatient clinic environment. Working within full scope of practice the incumbent is required to assist with varied medical procedures, participates in and supports research activities. The incumbent will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in the following: Active participation in patient, family, and staff education. Patient assessment, timely documentation, attention to detail and accuracy. Time management to effectively organize and prioritize workload in a fast paced changing environment. Must possess excellent English language skills in reading, writing and oral communication. Must be self-directed and exercise independent decision making, sound nursing judgment, and critical thinking skills. Positive interpersonal relationships, leadership, and conflict resolution skills in a multi-disciplinary team environment. Ability to integrate patient and family centered care principles into own Nursing practice. Effective communication with clients of various ages, socioeconomic status, and ethnic backgrounds.

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).

Current IV certification is required. Must be able to work in a physically challenging environment: standing on one’s feet for prolong periods of time, frequent walking, lifting and bending. Ability to work for extended periods of time wearing PPE such as N95 required.

Minimum 3 years of adult Critical Care / Medical / Surgical experience preferred. Experience in Pulmonary Out Patient Clinics is preferred. Certification in vaccination administration is preferred. Experience in procedural sedation recovery is preferred. CRE, CAE, or CTE certification is preferred. Experience working with Connect Care, Netcare, SCM/SCM Ambulatory, Clinibase, Millennium Scheduler programs preferred.