Your Opportunity:
1 in 5 people experience a mental health concern. Join us in making a difference. Located at Alberta Hospital Edmonton, the Young Adult Evaluation, Treatment and Reintegration Service (Unit 12-A) is a short stay, fast-paced 26-bed acute care psychiatric program for medically stable clients who are between 17 and 26 years of age. This program is intended for clients diagnosed with a primary axis I disorder who require recovery-based support and interventions as they transition from an acute phase of illness toward stabilization. Working a modified evening shift (1200-2000 hours), the LPN is tasked with patient engagement and ensuring clients have timely access to therapeutic programming provided on the unit and throughout the site. The LPN is responsible for supporting both Day and Evening shift teams to ensure continuity of care and improve the patient experience. As a member of a collaborative interdisciplinary team, the LPN practices to full scope as defined by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA). The LPN is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care in accordance with AHS values and the Edmonton zone Addiction & Mental Health Principles of Care. PLEASE NOTE: This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within this workplace expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 on the 5th calendar day following the posting date. In the event that no Regular Employee from this workplace expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of the collective agreement.
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.
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