Licensed Practical Nurse - Emergency Department

Licensed Practical Nurse - Emergency Department  Healthy Albertans, Healthy Communities. Together. Come join our team and make a difference in the lives of patients and families at the Peter Lougheed Hospital. The Emergency Department at the Peter Lougheed Centre is entering an exciting new chapter. With our state‑of‑the‑art expansion nearing completion, we’re preparing to open at full capacity in early 2026—marking a major milestone in Calgary’s healthcare landscape.

To support this growth, we’re seeking skilled and passionate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our team. As one of Calgary’s largest urban emergency departments, we care for patients across the full spectrum of acuity. Our interdisciplinary team thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment, delivering high‑quality, compassionate care. We’re looking for LPNs who are clinically strong, resilient, and adaptable—ready to excel in high‑pressure situations.

Ideal candidates will bring excellent communication, assessment, and prioritization skills, along with flexibility and a commitment to patient‑centered care. Reporting to the Unit Manager, LPNs are essential members of our emergency team, providing care to patients of varying acuity. You’ll be accountable to the public for your own practice, ensuring it meets legislative requirements, and the standards set by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA).
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, and demonstrated skill level, in alignment with applicable legislation, standards of practice, policies, and procedures. You will play a key role in providing safe, high quality, patient and family centred care while reflecting the shared vision and values of the organization.
Key Details    Classification:  Licensed Practical Nurse
Union:  AUPE AUX
Unit and Program:  PLC Emergency Department
Primary

Location:

Peter Lougheed Centre
Location Details:  As Per Location
Multi‑Site:  Not Applicable
FTE:  0.71
Posting End Date:  16‑JUL‑2026
Employee Class:  Regular Part Time

Date Available:

24‑AUG‑2026
Hours per

Shift:  11.08
Length of Shift in weeks:  12
Shifts per cycle:  30
Shift Pattern:  days, nights and weekends
Days Off:  As Per Rotation
Minimum Salary:  $33.16
Maximum Salary:  $43.42
Vehicle Requirement:  Not Applicable

Required Qualifications   Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program.
Active or eligible for registration and a practice permit as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA).
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider (BCLS‑HCP).
Additional

Required Qualifications   2–4 years’ experience as an LPN.
Minimum one (1) year nursing experience obtained within the past 2 years working greater than 0.70 FTE.

Preferred Qualifications   Previous experience in emergency or urgent care setting.
Ability to work as a member of a team and to request and accept direction.
Demonstrates critical thinking skills, within scope of practice, including clinical judgment, problem solving skills and strong decision‑making ability.
Demonstrates professional interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrates effective time management.
Demonstrates understanding of Family Centred Care philosophy.
Up to date ACE Modules.
Security Screening  A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
Equal Opportunity Employment  We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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