Licensed Practical Nurse at Alberta Health Services
Calgary, AB T2N 2T8, Canada -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jul, 25

Salary

27.58

Posted On

27 Jun, 25

Experience

3 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Classification, Union, Critical Thinking, Multi Site, Medicine

Industry

Hospital/Health Care

Description

Your Opportunity:
Unit 32 is a 34 bed general medicine unit with a primary focus on Hospitalist patients, but also cares for a variety of patients from other populations such as, GI, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Oncology, General Internal Medicine, etc. As an LPN on this unit, you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide patient and family-centered nursing care while working in a collaborative care nursing model. Unit 32 is a good fit for an LPN who enjoys having a variety of complex medical patients, works well within an interdisciplinary team atmosphere, and enjoys a fast-paced work environment. Our unit provides LPNs with opportunity to advance their skillset in many areas such as complex wound care, managing central line access, developing effective patient care plans, navigating complex behaviors of patients, completing comprehensive assessment skills. You will also have the opportunity to mentor new staff and teach students. On Unit 32 we pride ourselves with a welcoming atmosphere and supportive environment for all new and current staff. Our primary goal is to create a team culture where everyone feels valued, and opportunity for professional growth is accessible. We are actively seeking team members who are committed to a high level of professionalism and the practice of medical nursing. You must be able to be on your feet for extended periods of time. You will be required to lift, bend and push a variety of weights while maintaining safe body mechanics stipulated by AHS It’s Your Move patient handling program.
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, 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.

  • Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Union: AUPE AUX
  • Unit and Program: FMC Unit 32 Medicine
  • Primary Location: Foothills Medical Centre
  • Location Details: As Per Location
  • Multi-Site: Not Applicable
Responsibilities
  • Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Union: AUPE AUX
  • Unit and Program: FMC Unit 32 Medicine
  • Primary Location: Foothills Medical Centre
  • Location Details: As Per Location
  • Multi-Site: Not Applicabl
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