This is an exciting opportunity at the Northeast Community Health Centre. This facility offers a 24/7 Emergency Department and a variety of Ambulatory, Laboratory and Diagnostic Imaging services. The Licensed Practical Nurse position is the ‘front line’ representative in delivering care within the IV Therapy Clinic.
Based on a primary health care model, the incumbent functions within a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for the assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of patient care. The incumbent performs a variety of nursing related duties in accordance with clinical policies and standards.
The incumbent must have strong judgement and decision-making skills as well as the ability to participate in inter-professional collaboration. The LPN will play a key role in providing safe, quality, patient and family centered care, while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.
The incumbent will be working with patients of all ages, serving those from high-risk social determinants of health and new Canadians. 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.
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).
Minimum 1-2 years Ambulatory/IV Therapy experience required. Successful completion of an approved post-basic study program as required within the scope of the assigned position (e.g. IV start, IM/IV/SC medication administration, etc.). Training and experience utilizing Connect Care; both for scheduling and EMR.
Strong comprehensive patient assessment and decision making. Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and independence of practice in a highly functional team workplace (balance numerous demands/conflicting priorities). Strong critical thinking skills, along with demonstrated time-management and organization skills in a fast-paced environment.
Must work to full scope of practice and demonstrate excellence with IV initiation and maintenance. Wound Care experience required. Expertise in patient teaching/education. Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work in a physically challenging environment; constant walking and lifting/bending necessary.

Preference will be given to those with recent IV Therapy experience (within the last 1-3 years).

📌 Licensed Practical Nurse (Edmonton)
🏢 Alberta Health Services
📍 Edmonton