Job Description

Description: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, collaborating on the delivery of holistic, comprehensive care and support to patients/residents and families. The LPN must be able to team lead effectively on their own. The LPN works to the full scope of practice in providing safe, quality care in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the AUPE Auxiliary Nursing Collective Agreement.


Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse Union: COV AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Unit 93 Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.83 Posting End Date: 27-OCT-2025 Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Part Time Date Available: 06-NOV-2025 Temporary End Date: 11-APR-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 50 Shift Pattern: Day, Evenings, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $27.58 Maximum Salary: $36.13 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: Graduate of a Practical Nursing program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

Additional Required Qualifications:

At least 1 year of acute mental health experience. Ability to perform daily MSE and risk assessments. Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and its application to the acute mental health setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Current NCI certification. Excellent de-escalation skills. Familiarity with DASA, care planning, mental health diagnoses and addictions. Knowledge of appropriate nursing interventions for patients experiencing mental health crises. Familiarity with ketamine and ECT treatments.