Licensed Practical Nurse

If you are passionate about working in an exciting groundbreaking program, then you might be just the candidate we are looking for! Additionally, this position is eligible for a remote hybrid agreement after a period or orientation. The Virtual Rapid Access Addiction Medicine program provides non-judgmental care to individuals seeking counselling, medical care, or other therapeutic interventions for substance use and addiction issues. As a RPN you will be working with an interdisciplinary team to provide treatment and help coordinate care for clients. The successful candidate will have the ability to work within a team environment as well as being able to function with minimal supervision. This position provides quality, client focused, recovery based and culturally appropriate assessment, treatment, case management, crisis intervention, education and referral services for clients and their families; as well as maintaining positive liaisons with community and provincial stakeholders. Within this role, the incumbent will develop and implement treatment plans and provide a range of interventions which offer least intrusive and most appropriate services to clients and their families. Provides consultation with community Physicians, Pharmacists, and other mental health and addictions supports. The incumbent will also remain current and up-to-date on addictions treatment theory and principles. Your understanding, passion and experience in addiction medicine is essential, as well as excellent computer, texting and telephone etiquette, because you will be monitoring and evaluating client progress via telehealth and telephone. Ponoka is located in Central Alberta 60 minutes South of Edmonton and 30 minutes North of Red Deer. You will love living in this beautiful town, which has all the amenities you could need with a friendly feel.

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).

Excellent knowledge of addictions and mental illness. 1 - 2 years' experience working in an Addiction Program. Advanced computer literacy. Above average keyboarding skills (40-50 wpm) and proficient with computer programs - Outlook, MS Office, Zoom, Connect Care, etc.

Advanced computer literacy. Above average keyboarding skills and proficient with computer programs - Outlook, MS Office, Skype, Connect Care, etc.