Job Description

Your Opportunity:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our rural acute care team. Nurses who apply will have the opportunity to work in both Acute Care and ER. Our hospital contains 35 acute care beds on 2 units and a busy 13 bed ER. Our multidisciplinary team works closely together to service all of the needs of our residents. Lacombe is one of Alberta's newest cities that has retained its small town feel and is located a short 15 minute drive north of Red Deer. Lacombe offers a rich natural environment of lakes and green spaces, along with an unrivaled range of lifestyle amenities. Our facility serves the city and surrounding rural area and communities.
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.

Classification:

Licensed Practical Nurse

Union:

AUPE AUX

Unit and Program:

Acute Care/Emergency Room

Primary Location:

Lacombe Hospital & Care Centre

Location Details:

As Per Location

Multi-Site:

Not Applicable

FTE:

0.86

Posting End Date:

05-SEP-2025

Temporary Employee Class:

Temp P/T Benefits

Date Available:

15-SEP-2025

Temporary End Date:

12-OCT-2026

Hours per Shift:

11.08

Length of Shift in weeks:

4

Shifts per cycle:

12

Shift Pattern:

Days, Nights, 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:

As required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Rural Acute Care and ER experience. CTAS, Lead ll preferred. Completion of CLPNA restricted activities modules. Completion of ENPEP modules. ACLS or equivalent. Ability to work to full scope.