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4. Unit 4 is a 27 bed unit accepting patients from birth to 18 years of age. Patient populations on Unit 4 can include general pediatric medicine, general surgery, trauma, brain injury, orthopedics, plastic surgery, endocrinology, metabolics, eating disorders, mental health and overflow oncology. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) on Unit 4, you will assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for the above patient population.
Opportunities for professional growth include participation on unit based education/safety committees, motivation committees, participation in ACH initiatives, and senior skill certification. You will be provided the opportunity to work to full scope of practice. As the LPN, you will provide ongoing assessment, care, education, and coordination of services to children, youth and families. This includes assessment of physical, psychological, and social needs & planning appropriate interventions to full scope of practice.
The LPN participates in a multidisciplinary team and works both in an independent and collaborative manner. You will practice in a way that supports family centered care. It is an expectation that the LPN will be a collaborative partner in providing teaching to patients, families, students and other multi-disciplinary stakeholders. Develop your pediatric skills while working in a supportive learning environment.
Unit 4 provides a variety of opportunities for growth and learning in a fun pediatric environment. The incumbent may be required to work in other care areas of the hospital as needed.
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.
Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
Union: AUPE AUX
Unit and Program: ACH Unit 4, Acute Care
Primary
Location:
Alberta Children's Hospital
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 0.57
Posting End Date: 26-OCT-2026
Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
Date Available:
05-NOV-2026
Temporary End Date: 04-OCT-2027
Length of Shift in weeks: 12
Shifts per cycle: 24
Days Off: As Per Rotation
Minimum Salary: $33.16
Maximum Salary: $43.42
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
Union: AUPE AUX
Unit and Program: ACH Unit 4, Acute Care
Primary
Location:
Alberta Children's Hospital
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 0.57
Posting End Date: 26-OCT-2026
Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
Date Available:
05-NOV-2026
Hours per
Shift: 11.08
Length of Shift in weeks: 12
Shifts per cycle: 24
Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, 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:
Completion or auditing of TNCC, PEARS, PALS, ENPC, immunization, IV initiation, and/or other applicable pediatric focused courses1 year + experience (within the last 5 years) of nursing practice in a pediatric acute care setting. Minimum of 6 months of current experience on Unit
4. Participation in unit or hospital based initiatives/committees. Care experience with infants, children and adolescents. Experience in pediatric surgery, trauma, orthopedics, diabetes, mental health and/or general surgery. Previous experience with Unit 4 senior skill.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to work under time constraints, within a fast paced changing environment. Exceptional interpersonal communication skills with the ability to adapt communication styles to meet the needs of specific children and families. Excellent written and verbal communication. Demonstrated initiative, accountability, time management, problem solving ability and organizational skills. Strong…
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