Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Pre-Surgical Screening

Full-Time | Private Surgical Centre | $70,000 Annual Salary

Position Summary

Acumen Health is seeking a detail-oriented and clinically competent Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support our Pre-Surgical Screening program. This role is responsible for coordinating preoperative patient assessments, reviewing surgical requirements, gathering and organizing clinical information, and ensuring patients are appropriately assessed and prepared for elective surgery at Acumen's private surgical centre.

The LPN will work closely with the Pre-Surgical Lead Nurse, OR Manager, Surgical Director, surgeons, anesthesia providers, Patient Care Coordinators, and Surgical Coordinators to facilitate a safe, efficient, and well-organized surgical process.

A key responsibility of this position is to help determine whether patients are appropriately prepared and suitable to proceed with surgery in a private surgical setting, identifying potential risks, outstanding investigations, medical concerns, or other requirements that may need further review before a patient is cleared to proceed by the appropriate provider.

The successful candidate will be organized, proactive, and comfortable coordinating multiple cases while maintaining a strong focus on patient safety, communication, and operational efficiency.

Reporting Structure

- Primary clinical reporting: Pre-Surgical Lead Nurse
- Operational reporting: OR Manager
- Departmental oversight: Surgical Director

Key ResponsibilitiesPre-Surgical Patient Assessments & Screening

- Coordinate and complete pre-surgical screening activities within the LPN scope of practice, training, and demonstrated competency.
- Gather and review relevant patient health histories, medication lists, allergies, previous surgical and anesthetic histories, and other required clinical information.
- Identify potential medical risks, comorbidities, missing information, or concerns that may affect a patient's suitability for surgery in a private surgical setting.
- Identify patients who may require additional investigations, medical clearance, anesthesia review, specialist consultation, or further assessment before proceeding.
- Ensure required laboratory work, diagnostic investigations, medical records, consultations, and preoperative documentation are obtained and available for review.
- Escalate clinical concerns and potential contraindications to the Pre-Surgical Lead Nurse and appropriate surgeon or anesthesia provider.
- Track outstanding clinical requirements and follow up to ensure they are addressed before the scheduled surgical date.
- Support the appropriate clinical review and determination of patient readiness for surgery by the responsible healthcare provider.

Clinical Coordination & Communication

- Serve as a key communication link between patients,



the Pre-Surgical Lead Nurse, surgeons, anesthesia providers, Patient Care Coordinators, and Surgical Coordinators.
- Communicate assessment findings, outstanding requirements, and potential safety concerns to the appropriate team members in a timely manner.
- Ensure relevant clinical information is documented accurately and communicated to the appropriate providers.
- Follow up with patients, family physicians, specialists, and other healthcare providers to obtain missing information or clarify clinical details, as appropriate.
- Assist with coordinating preoperative instructions, medication guidance from the responsible prescriber, and other patient preparation requirements.
- Ensure changes in a patient's health status or surgical readiness are communicated promptly to the relevant clinical and scheduling teams.
- Maintain organized and up-to-date patient records to support informed clinical decision-making.

Surgical Scheduling & Readiness

- Support the coordination and scheduling of operating room cases in collaboration with the OR Manager, Surgical Coordinators, Patient Care Coordinators, and clinical leadership.
- Assist with confirming that patients have completed the required preoperative screening and that necessary documentation and investigations are available before surgery.
- Monitor upcoming surgical schedules and identify cases with incomplete assessments, outstanding requirements, or potential concerns that could affect readiness.
- Communicate outstanding requirements and potential scheduling risks to the appropriate team members as early as possible.
- Help ensure that cases are appropriately prepared for the planned procedure, including confirming relevant clinical information and special patient or procedural requirements.
- Escalate cases where clinical review, further investigation, or a decision regarding suitability is required before proceeding.
- Support efficient OR utilization by helping identify potential cancellations, delays, or scheduling conflicts related to incomplete preoperative requirements.
- Assist with coordinating rescheduling when required, following direction from the appropriate clinical and operational leads.

Patient Education & Preparation

- Communicate approved preoperative instructions to patients, including expectations for the day of surgery, required preparations, and relevant facility processes.
- Reinforce instructions provided by the surgeon or anesthesia provider,



including medication and fasting instructions, within the role's responsibilities.
- Identify patient questions, concerns, or barriers that may affect their ability to proceed safely with surgery and direct these to the appropriate provider.
- Confirm that patients understand their preoperative requirements and know whom to contact if their health status changes before surgery.
- Provide professional, compassionate communication that helps patients feel informed, supported, and prepared for their surgical experience.

Documentation, Quality & Patient Safety

- Maintain accurate, timely, and complete pre-surgical screening documentation in the appropriate electronic medical record or clinical system.
- Follow established screening processes, policies, checklists, and documentation requirements.
- Protect patient confidentiality and ensure clinical information is shared appropriately.
- Support compliance with applicable provincial regulations, skilled standards, and facility requirements.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to improve screening processes, communication, patient safety, and surgical readiness.
- Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reduce incomplete files, and support efficient surgical scheduling.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of standardized pre-surgical screening processes as Acumen Health's surgical program grows.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Current registration in good standing with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta (CLHA).
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Previous experience in preoperative assessment, surgical screening, perioperative nursing, ambulatory surgery, acute care, or a related clinical setting is preferred.
- Strong clinical judgment and the ability to recognize concerns requiring escalation to an RN, physician, surgeon, or anesthesia provider.
- Excellent organizational, communication, documentation, and coordination skills.
- Ability to manage multiple patient files, competing priorities, and time-sensitive surgical requirements.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
- Ability to work collaboratively with clinical and administrative teams.
- Proficiency with electronic medical records and common computer applications.
- Demonstrated professionalism, accountability, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Compensation & Employment

- Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Pre-Surgical Screening
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Annual Salary: $70,000
- Location: Acumen Health, Alberta
- Primary Reporting Contact: Pre-Surgical Lead Nurse

Pay: $70,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Licensed Practical Nurse / Pre-Surgical Screening (Edmonton)
🏢 Acumen Health
📍 Edmonton