Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

Position:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides comprehensive nursing services within the Wolf Creek Primary Care Network (WCPCN). Working to full scope of practice, the LPN supports patients and physicians through the provision of general primary care nursing services. The LPN collaborates closely with physicians, PCN team members, and community partners to improve patient outcomes and support accessible, high-quality primary care. This position is at the Battle River Medical Clinic.

• Diploma in Practical Nursing from an accredited program
• Active registration and good standing with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA)
• Current BLS certification
• Strong assessment and clinical decision-making skills within LPN scope
• Preference given to those with at least 5 years nursing experience
• Preference given to those with Prenatal nursing experience
• Experience in some or all the following areas is desirable:
  Primary Care/Community Nursing and Women's Health
• Confidence, proficiency, and experience in using EMRs and Microsoft Office (specifically Outlook and Word)

• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, within scope of practice, including clinical judgment, problem-solving skills, diplomacy, and professionalism
• The ability to independently produce professional and accurate written work with minimal supervisory correction or editing
• The ability to take initiative, be a self-starter and self-learner
• The ability to establish and nurture good rapport with patients, service providers, and professionals in the surrounding communities
• The ability to recognize gaps in the current level of services provided and report opportunities for continuous process improvement to the PCN management team
• A desire to either live in the rural community being served or at least a strong vested interest in the health of the community
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Permanent, Full-time

$27.04-$35.42 per hour

• Ponoka, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

• Work: 5 years (preferred)
• prenatal: 2 years (preferred)

• LPN (preferred)

In person