Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Temporary Full-Time

Primary Care Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)  Temporary Full-Time 1.0 FTE (37.5 hours/week) (September 1, 2026 – May 1, 2027)  Salary Range: CA $30.00 to CA $38.16 per hour
The Edmonton O-day’ min Primary Care Network (EOPCN) is recruiting for an LPN to support our Resource in Clinic (RIC) Program.
Reporting to the Program Manager or Designate, the Primary Care LPN offers standardized, patient-centered care to support patients in the primary care environment. Their role is complementary to the primary care physician, and, along with other members of the multidisciplinary health care team. EOPCN practical nurses work to full scope supporting the health and well-being of patients from a nursing care perspective.

Specifically, the primary care LPN focuses on health assessment and practical nursing support for patients of all ages with the goal of improving health outcomes and access to primary care services.
The EOPCN primary care LPN practices safe, evidence-based care within a primary care clinic setting for clients prenatal to older adult with a variety of bio-psycho-social needs. As a member of the EOPCN co-located in a physician clinic, the LPN is also a representative of the EOPCN and is link to other EOPCN supports and services.
The position will be expected to work at various EOPCN member clinics depending on organizational needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES  The Primary Care LPN focuses on assessment and skill-based interventions such as:
Health assessment, screening, and documentation of health information from various sources to identify patient health needs in accordance with legal, ethical, organizational, and professional requirements
Uses critical thinking to assess, plan and evaluate nursing interventions that impact client outcomes
Performs clinical procedures (but not limited to) wound care, medication and immunization administration, ECG, 24h blood pressure monitoring, ear syringing, women’s health screening
Prepares examination rooms including selection, setup and maintenance of medical supplies and equipment for all examinations and procedures
Assists physicians with procedures
Provides basic healthy lifestyle education for patients including healthy behaviours, risk reduction and illness prevention
Participates in clinic quality improvement initiatives
Assist and support patient navigation through the healthcare system and community

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience within a primary care or community setting. Please note that all candidates for the above position must have:
Graduated from an approved Licensed Practical Nurse program, accredited and active through CLHA
Immunization and Women’s Health Certification
Current CPR (Heart and Stroke Foundation BLS Level C
- Health Care Provider)
Demonstrated knowledge of computer software such as electronic medical records, Microsoft Office
Excellent interpersonal and team skills
Clear communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills
Knowledge of models of client care, with emphasis on interdisciplinary team approaches
Access to reliable transportation to travel to various clinics and the EOPCN central office is required
We welcome all qualified applicants. For those currently employed at EOPCN member clinics, we are committed to coordinating flexible transition timelines that ensure continuity of care at your current clinic while supporting a smooth onboarding process. Transition plans will respect individual circumstances and rights.

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