Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
This position with the Medical Float Pool will involve training and working on the four medical units at Red Deer Regional Hospital: Unit 24 – General Internal Medicine, Unit 31 – Renal Medicine, Unit 32 – Palliative & Oncology, Unit 33 – Stroke & Neurology.
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).
To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered, please attach a resume and cover letter with your application. Advanced authorizations through CLPNA are required for medication administration via a central line (CVC, PICC, or IVAD) and administering parenteral nutrition.
1 year of recent acute inpatient medicine experience in the last 3 years working as a Licensed Practical Nurse.