Job Description

community-based

Licensed Practical Nurse

Position Overview

This position supports community-based health service delivery across Edmonton and surrounding areas. The Licensed Practical Nurse will work collaboratively with Red Road Indigenous Health Services and Station Pointe Pharmacy to deliver medications, support onsite medical clinics, and provide care within transitional housing and First Nations communities. The role is part of an interdisciplinary medical team that includes prescribing therapists, psychiatrists, pharmacists, and a medical office assistant.

Primary Responsibilities

Deliver and dispense medications within the community, including controlled substances, in accordance with provincial legislation and organizational policy

Support onsite medical clinics in Indigenous led transitional housing settings

Provide clinical support during service delivery in First Nations communities

Work collaboratively with prescribing pharmacist, psychiatrists, and the medical team

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and medication records

Travel within and including a 100km radius of the Edmonton area to meet program and service needs

Required Qualifications and Registration

Completion of an approved Licensed Practical Nurse education program

Current registration and good standing with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA)

Eligibility to practise as an LPN in Edmonton, Alberta, without conditions or restrictions

Demonstrated competence in medication administration and dispensing, including controlled substances

Current Basic Life Support certification

Professional liability insurance appropriate for LPN practice in Alberta

Additional Role Requirements

Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence

Ability and willingness to travel throughout the Edmonton area

Use of a work provided vehicle for community travel

Availability to work weekends

Due to safety and operational requirements related to community-based travel, this position requires a male LPN, consistent with a bona fide occupational requirement

Preference

Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants

Hours of Work

Monday to Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Full time position at 40 hours per week

Schedule is 5 days per week, with some weekend work required. Schedule is flexible and will be negotiated with the successful applicant

Compensation and Support

Hourly wage of $28.03 per hour / Annual salary $58,240

Work vehicle provided

Clinical and administrative support from a multidisciplinary medical team

Application Process

Interested applicants are invited to submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in community-based Indigenous health services.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.

Red Road Indigenous Health Services is committed to relationship based care and to improving access to health services for Indigenous peoples across Edmonton and surrounding communities.

To apply, please send your resume to shawn.meier@redroadjourney.ca, Attn: Shawn Meier, Clinic Director.

Only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $58,302.40 per year

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company car Paid time off
Work Location: In person