Licensed Practical Nurse - Emergency

The energetic Town of Westlock offers something for everyone - a great community to raise a family, a fun, active lifestyle with both indoor and outdoor recreation opportunities, and a community full of residents happy to lend a helping hand. Westlock is a mix of urban amenities with a country lifestyle and also boasts an active arts and culture scene. Here in Westlock, you'll find a community that is friendly, engaged, and looking to offer the best to its residents. Westlock Healthcare Center emergency department is a busy, fast paced environment and requires individuals to have good communication and organizational skills. Relevant advanced certifications and professional development opportunities are available to successful candidates. Once you're part of the community of Westlock and our team, you will be glad you came, and we will be glad to have you.

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.

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).

High level of critical thinking and prioritization required. Strong assessment and communication skills. Ability to work independently and in high stress situations. Recent ER experience required. Must be a team player, willing to train and help in all areas of the hospital as required. ACLS, PALS, CTAS required.

Preference to candidates with TNCC, NRP and previous rural experience.