Licensed Practical Nurse

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works in a dynamic, multidisciplinary, multi-modality environment. The LPN monitors, plans, implements and evaluates care of patients/clients and works in consultation with Physicians, RN, Technologists, and others to meet the needs of more complex patients/clients. The LPN works collaboratively with all members of the multidisciplinary team, to monitor the patient’s condition and care while in the Diagnostic Imaging Department. This position will share equally in any shift, weekend, or on-call responsibilities that may be expected. LPN’s complete care within their scope of practice, in accordance with Alberta Health Services policy, the Health Professions Act and the Licensed Practical Nurses Profession Regulation.

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 organization's shared vision and values.

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).

Competencies in IV direct medication administration and IV initiation. Reliable and dependable. Ability to work collaboratively with others. Ability to safeguard AHS information as private and confidential. Ability to follow and adhere to AHS policies, procedures, goals and objectives. Demonstrated skills in written and verbal communication.

Previous experience in a Diagnostic Imaging Department. Previous acute care experience.