If you are a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) looking to enhance your skill set and become specialized in the care of acute neuroscience patients, look no further! Neurosciences units at University of Alberta Hospital is one of a kind within Alberta Health Services that provides specialized care that includes the management of acute strokes, brain injuries, brain tumors, spinal cord injuries and other neurological issues. The LPN works to full scope of practice providing nursing care for patients and families. This is done within a team-forward environment that prides itself in the multidisciplinary collaboration amongst NP’s, RN’s, HCA’s, MD’s, OT, PT, and SW, dietician and pharmacist. As such, a strong commitment to teamwork is reflected in our daily practice which relies on excellent inter-professional communication. Neurosciences ward units provide advancement opportunities including care required during insertion and/or management of drains, acute management of patients experiencing a stroke, spinal cord injuries and/or other acute neurological issues.

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, 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 organization's shared vision and values.

Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse

Union: AUPE AUX

Unit and Program: 5A2, Neuroscience

Primary Location: U of A Hospital

Multi-Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 0.40

Posting End Date: 26-OCT-2026

Employee Class:



Regular Part Time

Date Available: 05-NOV-2026

Length of Shift in weeks: 12

Shifts per cycle: 17

Days Off: As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary: $33.16

Maximum Salary: $43.42

Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse

Union: AUPE AUX

Unit and Program: 5A2, Neuroscience

Primary Location: U of A Hospital

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 0.40

Posting End Date: 26-OCT-2026

Employee Class: Regular Part Time

Date Available: 05-NOV-2026

Hours per Shift: 11.08

Length of Shift in weeks: 12

Shifts per cycle: 17

Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends

Days Off: As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary: $33.16

Maximum Salary: $43.42

Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:
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).

Additional Required Qualifications:
The candidate must have the physical capability to perform all aspects of the role, including the ability to lift up to and including 50 lbs. Basic computer skills required. Strong leadership and critical thinking skills, demonstrated by the ability to direct other healthcare workers,



problem solve and elevate clinical concerns in a timely and appropriate manner. The position requires strong communication and organizational skills and must be committed to patient and family centred care. Demonstrated ability to maintain team-oriented working relationships with patients, families and team members. Successful applicants will undergo Neuroscience Orientation Classes. Connect Care related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:
1 to 2 years of Neuroscience experience preferred. 1 to 2 years of Med Surg experience preferred.

Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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Edmonton Zone, Edmonton, U of A Hospital

Edmonton Zone, Edmonton, U of A Hospital

Edmonton Zone, Edmonton, U of A Hospital

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📌 Licensed Practical Nurse (Alberta)
🏢 Alberta Health Services
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