Licensed Practical Nurse - Emergency Department

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Your Opportunity:

Description:

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.

Classification:Licensed Practical NurseUnion:AUPE AUXDepartment:CZ RD REG HOSP Gen EmergencyPrimary Location:Red Deer Regional HospitalMulti-Site:Not ApplicableFTE: 0.70Posting End Date:13-SEP-2021Employee Class:Regular Part TimeDate Available:23-SEP-2021Hours per Shift:7.75Length of Shift in weeks:4Shifts per cycle:14Shift Pattern:Days, NightsDays Off:As Per RotationMinimum Salary: $26.45Maximum Salary: $34.63Vehicle Requirement:Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited Licensed 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).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team, to provide quality care to Medical-Surgical patients in the Emergency Department. The ability to work independently in a teamwork environment and to report observations is essential. Must have graduated from a recognized Practical Nurse program. Must have post graduate certification in infusion therapy, adult physical assessment and medication administration. Self-directed individual with a positive attitude and demonstrated excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Must be willing and able to work CASART cases, or be trained to do so. Please note All Acute Care, Continuing Care, Mental Health and Public Health RN applications require a cover letter and current resume outlining experience and abilities relevant to the position. As resumes are not kept on file, a cover letter and resume are essential to determine candidates selected for interview.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in an Emergency Department within the last year is preferred. Preference will be given to those that have immunization administration, cardiac arrest management, respiratory review day and managing high acuity courses.