Licensed Practical Nurse

Description

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.

Required Qualifications

• 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).

Additional Required Qualifications

• Competence in relevant technical nursing skills and willingness to learn new skills as required.
• Must be able to work in an interdisciplinary team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Good communication skills and the ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Recent gerontology nursing experience is an asset.
• Experience in a continuing care environment within the last three years preferred.