Job Description

Your Opportunity:
Working in a fast paced, ever changing general surgical environment, 3A Inpatient General Surgery. The LPN is responsible for the provision of comprehensive patient care to medical and surgical patients. Our unit functions in a team environment using the CoACT model of care. Strong organizational and prioritization skills are necessary for the successful applicant to function autonomously in the General Surgery setting. The LPN uses technical skills and clinical judgement in the delivery of professional nursing care to acute surgical patients. The LPN participates in collaborative practice with other members of the multidisciplinary health care team. The LPN is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care during the patient experience in accordance with hospital policies and standards.
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:

Unit 3A, Inpatient General Surgery

Primary Location:

Chinook Regional Hospital

Location Details:

As Per Location

Multi-Site:

Not Applicable

FTE:

0.56

Posting End Date:

01-DEC-2025

Temporary Employee Class:

Temporary Part Time

Date Available:

11-DEC-2025

Temporary End Date:

20-APR-2026

Hours per Shift:

7.75

Length of Shift in weeks:

10

Shifts per cycle:

28

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:

Applicants must be physically able to perform all duties listed in the Surgical Licensed Practical Nurse and Hazard Assessment Control Worksheet (HIAC) including "working conditions". Extended periods of sitting and standing are required. Maintains competencies outlined in legislation and the profession through continuous learning. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to efficiently organize and prioritize workload. Good listening skills and ability to accurately and effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Evidence of team commitment and good interpersonal skills in dealing with clients, colleagues, physicians and public. Evidence of flexibility, initiative and commitment. Evidence of maturity, diplomacy and tact.

Preferred Qualifications:

2-3 years of recent surgical or medical experience or recent preceptorship on a surgical unit preferred.