Licensed practical nurse
Alberta Health Services’ Gastrointestinal and Tuberculosis Program based in Edmonton, AB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Licensed practical nurse. Alberta Health Services’ Gastrointestinal and Tuberculosis Program offers specialized care for digestive system disorders and tuberculosis. It provides diagnostic, treatment, and management services through a network of hospitals and clinics. The program integrates advanced medical practices with patient-centered care to improve outcomes. It aims to efficiently manage chronic and infectious diseases. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: Alberta Health Services
Program: Gastrointestinal and Tuberculosis
Position: Licensed practical nurse
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $27.58 – $36.13 hourly
Employment Type: Temporary
Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
Union: AUPE AUX
Unit: Unit 5C3
Job Category: Nursing – Practical Nurses
Location: Edmonton, AB
Primary Location: U of A Hospital
Hours per Shift: 11.25
Length of Shift in weeks: 36
Shifts per cycle: 125
Shift Pattern: Days, Nights and Weekends
Job ID: ALB00445157
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education:Â Candidates should have completion of an accredited practical nurse education program
Experience: Candidates should have recent acute care medicine experience
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be able to work in a collaborative team environment and demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning
- The candidates should be able to move, push, pull, and lift weights greater than 50 lbs
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have be active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA)
- The candidates should hold current Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification and completed Blood and TPN modules from the CLPNA
- The candidates should attach a resume and cover letter with their application to ensure their skills and qualifications are considered
- The candidates should be able to work to the full scope of practice (physically, mentally, and emotionally) in a very busy, fast-paced Gastrointestinal or Hepatology Unit or basic computing skills
- The candidates should be able to work within the posted position rotation and shifts and possess excellent communication, critical thinking, and time management skills and Connect Care training
- The candidates should demonstrate in-depth knowledge of infection prevention and control guidelines and procedures and recent GI, hepatology, and TB medicine experience and more than 2 years in acute care medicine
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to utilize nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills as part of an inter professional health care team
- The candidates should be able to provide safe, quality patient and family-centered care while being guided by their education, experience, demonstrated skill level, and AHS policies and procedures
- The candidates should be able to reflect the shared vision and values of AHS in their role as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
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