Licensed Practical Nurse Young Adult Inpatient Psychiatry

Edmonton, AB, Canada

Job Description


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.

  • Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Union: AUPE AUX
  • Unit and Program: Unit 12-A, Young Adult Evaluation, Treatment and Reintegration Service
  • Primary Location: Alberta Hospital Edmonton
  • Location Details: As Per Location
  • Multi-Site: Not Applicable
  • FTE: 1.00
  • Posting End Date: 08-AUG-2023
  • Employee Class: Regular Full Time
  • Date Available: 28-AUG-2023
  • Hours per Shift: 7.75
  • Length of Shift in weeks: 5
  • Shifts per cycle: 25
  • Shift Pattern: 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:

1 year of recent (within past 3 years) experience in an Adult Acute Addiction/ Mental Health nursing role. Working knowledge of relevant legislation is required, including the Alberta Mental Health Act and the Health Information Act. Working knowledge of psychotropic medications and psychopathology. Working knowledge of trauma-informed care principles is required. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as demonstrated accountability are required. Preferred Qualifications:

Education and experience that specializes in Adolescent/Young Adult Addiction and Mental Health assessment and treatment are preferred. Working knowledge of the CoACT model of care is an asset. Working knowledge of harm reduction model preferred.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2220247
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Edmonton, AB, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned