Job Description

Your Opportunity:
At Rockyview General Hospital (RGH) Psychiatric Emergency Services (PES) we are committed to providing high quality, compassionate and patient/family centered care. RGH has many unique features that benefit mental health including beautiful walking paths. PES is a 24hrs service operating out of the RGH Emergency Department (ED) that focuses on the assessment and treatment of patients presenting to the ED in a psychiatric or psychosocial crisis. With a dedicated area within the RGH ED, PES provides both direct bedside nursing care for patients awaiting inpatient beds and treatment in the ED and referral recommendations for patients presenting to the ED. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Psychiatric Emergency Services (PES) will work within an interprofessional team that specializes in the delivery of quality acute psychiatric care to patients presenting in crisis. Using Trauma Informed Care, the recovery model, and an understanding of the DSM V-TR, the LPN will support patients in understanding their mental health and developing strategies to manage their mental health. Working to a full scope of practice as specified by the CLPNA, the LPN will provide direct bedside care to patients awaiting an inpatient bed or assessment by PES or the Emergency Department (ED). As a consulting PES Nurse, the LPN will conduct holistic assessments to determine level of illness and risk and make recommendations to Emergency Physicians and Psychiatrists regarding the plan of care. This role will require collaboration with services and organization of referrals to community services or admission to inpatient units based on client need. The LPN, in collaboration with the patient, will create an effective plan and identify appropriate services for clients and arrange care.
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.

Transition Company:

Recovery Alberta

Classification:

Licensed Practical Nurse

Union:

AUPE AUX

Unit and Program:

Psychiatric Emergency Services

Primary Location:

Rockyview General Hospital

Location Details:

As Per Location

Multi-Site:

Not Applicable

FTE:

0.70

Posting End Date:

03-NOV-2025

Temporary Employee Class:

Temp P/T Benefits

Date Available:

17-NOV-2025

Temporary End Date:

15-NOV-2026

Hours per Shift:

7.75

Length of Shift in weeks:

12

Shifts per cycle:

42

Shift Pattern:

Evenings, Weekends

Days Off:

As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary:

$27.58

Maximum Salary:

$36.13

Vehicle Requirement:

Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Minimum of 1 year of Addictions and Mental Health experience within the last 3 years. New grads who have completed a final preceptorship in an Addiction and Mental Health site may be considered. Knowledge of the Addiction and Mental Health related resources across the Calgary Zone. Knowledge of verbal de-escalation techniques. This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of the Mental Health Act.Experience in various risk assessments. Within the last 5 years, 1-3 years proven skills and experience in psychiatric, medical assessment and crisis intervention. Additionally, must have familiarity of the expectations of medical capabilities within mental health and be able to provide treatment as directed, assess potential difficulties, and respond to medical emergencies. Nursing experience in an acute care setting.