Job Description

Your Opportunity:
We are looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse with experience in-patient centered, trauma-informed, recovery-based care for the 8 bed Medically Supported Detox Program at the Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge, Alberta. Reporting to the Manager, this position is required to complete care planning including assessments, interventions and documentation for individuals accessing our medically supported detox service. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to provide knowledgeable and caring clinical practice that is grounded in addiction and mental health nursing from a recovery-oriented perspective. 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.
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:

Recovery Centre

Primary Location:

Chinook Regional Hospital

Location Details:

As Per Location

Multi-Site:

Not Applicable

FTE:

0.40

Posting End Date:

29-SEP-2025

Temporary Employee Class:

Temp P/T Benefits

Date Available:

09-OCT-2025

Temporary End Date:

11-FEB-2027

Hours per Shift:

11.25

Length of Shift in weeks:

24

Shifts per cycle:

33

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:

Experience as an LPN in a Psychiatric inpatient unit, in an Addiction and Mental Health setting, or an acute care setting within the last 2 years would be an asset. Connect Care is an asset.