Licensed Practical Nurse

Join Our Team at St. Therese - St. Paul Healthcare Centre as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and experience the natural beauty of Alberta while making a meaningful impact in a dynamic rural hospital setting. In this role, you will work to the full scope of your practice within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, providing patient- and family-centered care grounded in evidence-based practices. As part of a rural hospital, you’ll care for a diverse range of clients with urgent medical needs, including those requiring emergency psychiatric support. Your strong organizational, communication, and critical thinking skills will be essential as you deliver holistic care in a fast-paced environment. We’re seeking a proactive problem solver and confident decision-maker who can assess, plan, and evaluate care interventions effectively. You are passionate about engaging patients and families in their care journey, promoting health, and consistently delivering safe, high-quality care that reflects our core values. St. Paul, is “A people kind of place.” Located within Alberta’s lake country on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 and the beautiful lands of the Metis. It was founded in 1896 as a Metis colony where you can now find all the essential amenities, a variety of recreational options including sports, arts, and social groups, and enjoy outdoor playground right in your backyard. St. Paul also offers you the opportunity to purchase your home with affordable values. There are English or French K-12 schools, while Portage College and Blue Quills University offer local post-secondary options. Whatever your age, life stage, or interests, you can grow and thrive in St. Paul. There is the opportunity that you may be eligible for Canada Student Loan Forgiveness for nurses. This is a chance to make a meaningful difference in a welcoming and supportive community.

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).

Minimum one (1) year in the last two years of Emergency and/or Acute nursing experience is preferred. Previous experience in all forms of medication administration, IV initiation/push.

Current or recent experience in Emergency nursing. Previous experience in administration of blood/blood products, certification with immunizations, and medication administration through CVC/PICC/IVAD. Completion of the Connect Care Rural Nurse Modules. The following certifications are preferred: Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI), Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Foundations in Emergency Rural Nursing (FERN).