Licensed Practical Nurse at Alberta Health Services
Edmonton, AB T5H 3V9, Canada -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Aug, 25

Salary

27.58

Posted On

14 Jul, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Critical Thinking, Union, Multi Site, Classification

Industry

Hospital/Health Care

Description

Your Opportunity:
A Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of comprehensive patient and family centred care on an acute surgical unit in accordance with RAH and AHS policy and procedures. PCU 410 is a 28-bed unit providing care to primary hip, knee and shoulder arthroplasty patients as well as general orthopedic patients. Patients are mostly received from the operating room, but may also come from the emergency department, and directly from medical clinics. We have collaborative care nursing on all shifts with registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and health care aides working collaboratively. LPNs are expected to direct and monitor the care provided by health care aides and support their RN peers. This job is physically demanding, the incumbent will be required to assist with lifting, turning, and mobilizing patients as well as other physical tasks.
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: Unit 410, Orthopedic Surgery Centre
  • Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
  • Location Details: As Per Location
  • Multi-Site: Not Applicable
Responsibilities
  • Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Union: AUPE AUX
  • Unit and Program: Unit 410, Orthopedic Surgery Centre
  • Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
  • Location Details: As Per Location
  • Multi-Site: Not Applicabl
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