Licensed Practical Nurse

Challenge yourself in Corrections Health! Our close-knit healthcare team is all about collaborative practice in this unique and challenging clinical setting. Reporting to the Corrections Site Health Services Manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) role is an important part of our multidisciplinary team at the Calgary Remand Centre. Our population presents with dynamic and complex needs in the provision of care within custody and criminal justice system. The LPN works as a member of the team collaborating on the delivery of comprehensive care to meet the needs of individuals in the correctional environment within level of competency. The LPN provides leadership in nursing assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for the purpose of promoting, maintaining or restoring health, preventing illness, injury and disability. 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.

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).

Demonstrated understanding and commitment to Alberta Health Services policies, procedures, and applicable legislation. Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills including ability to complete duties with tact and diplomacy. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including external agencies. Demonstrated strength in working in a complex environment utilizing critical thinking.

Recent experience in Correctional Health preferred.