Licensed Practical Nurse

Experience the unique rewards and challenges of rural nursing in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility! Work to your full scope of practice in the Emergency Department, or Combined Medical/Surgical department and work with patients of all ages - every day is different! Alberta Health Services, (AHS) is Canada’s first, fully-integrated provincial healthcare system, and has been counted among the Canada’s top 100 employers, Alberta’s top 75 employers, and a top employer for diversity and young people. You’ll get a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes health, dental, vision, disability, and lifestyle considerations - check it out on our website. You can also grow your career through in-house courses or external opportunities. With AHS, you can thrive! The Town of High Prairie, “Gateway to the Mighty Peace,” is located in northern Alberta’s Big Lakes County. Individuals and families have public and Catholic K-12 options, with adult and post-secondary programs available locally through Northern Lakes College. Offering arts, cultural, and social activities, you can hike, bike, or fish the best spots at nearby lake shores - there’s something for everyone. Opened 2017, the High Prairie Health Complex features 30 acute care beds, obstetrics and surgical programs, emergency and outpatient departments and a full suite of healthcare services from diagnosis through treatment and recovery. The attached JB Wood Continuing Care Centre attached to health complex has 67 beds. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. Grow your career in a brand-new facility, collaborate with a friendly and professional team, and experience the beauty of the North.

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).

Five years of experience in a rural Acute Care or Emergency Department setting.

Certification in ACLS, TNCC, PALS, and completion of ENPEP modules would be preferred. Completion of AHS Foundations in Rural Emergency Nursing or Essentials in Acute Rural Nursing, obstetrics experience or completion of the AHS Beginnings of Obstetrics for Rural Nurses would be an asset. Perioperative training or interest in obtaining perioperative training and experience will be considered.