Job Description

Your Opportunity:
One in five people experience a mental health concern. 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 multidisciplinary psychiatry program for medically stable clients who are between 17 and 26 years of age. This inpatient program is intended for clients diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder who require recovery-based support and interventions as they transition from an acute phase of illness toward stabilization. The Licensed Practical Nurse follows Recovery Alberta clinical policies and provides a range of client care services including assessment, care planning, medication administration, and continuous quality improvement/ evaluation. This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta.
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.

Acute Care Alberta:

N

Primary Care Alberta:

N

Recovery Alberta:

Y

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:

0.40

Posting End Date:

02-JUN-2025

Employee Class:

Regular Part Time

Date Available:

12-JUN-2025

Hours per Shift:

7.75

Length of Shift in weeks:

5

Shifts per cycle:

10

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:

One year of recent (within past three years) experience in a Mental Health and Addiction 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.