Job Description

Your Opportunity:
Join the dedicated and collaborative team on Unit 31 at Red Deer Regional Hospital, where we provide specialized care in nephrology and acute care medicine. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will play a key role in delivering safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care in a dynamic and supportive environment. Unit 31 embraces a team-based nursing approach, where LPNs are respected and valued for their clinical skills, critical thinking, and contributions to holistic patient care. You will work closely with Registered Nurses, Health Care Aides, physicians, and allied health professionals to support patients with complex and evolving health needs. This is your opportunity to grow professionally, make meaningful connections with patients and colleagues, and be part of a unit that values collaboration, learning, and excellence in care. If you are passionate about nursing and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting, we welcome you to bring your expertise and compassion to our team.
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 31, Nephrology and General Medicine

Primary Location:

Red Deer Regional Hospital

Location Details:

As Per Location

Multi-Site:

Not Applicable

FTE:

0.75

Posting End Date:

29-SEP-2025

Temporary Employee Class:

Temp P/T Benefits

Date Available:

09-OCT-2025

Temporary End Date:

06-OCT-2026

Hours per Shift:

7.75

Length of Shift in weeks:

4

Shifts per cycle:

15

Shift Pattern:

Days, Evenings, 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:

The successful candidate will possess minimum: Recent acute care Medical/surgical experience. Basic computer skills. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build and maintain effective interpersonal relationships. Proven competence in relevant technical nursing skills. Demonstrated responsibility to maintaining own continuing competence and willingness to learn new skills through Professional Development activities. Ability to work shifts and meet the physical requirement of the job. Please submit one application for each position desired as copies of applications will not be submitted for multiple postings on your behalf. Applications must include an attached resume and cover letter including skills and ability for the position, since selection is based on information provided in the application. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for applying with AHS!

Preferred Qualifications:

Recent experience on Unit 31, in nephrology, or acute care medicine preferred. Experience working with, and documenting in, Connect Care.