Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Acute Care, Emergency Department

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our acute care team in the Emergency Department. This role is ideal for LPNs with extensive experience in emergency and acute care settings who are capable of working independently and taking on charge nurse responsibilities. Shift: The RN will be the only RN on night shift and will be required to take on charge nurse duties. Number of vacancies: 8.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive nursing care in the emergency department, including triage and stabilization of patients; Administer medications and treatments as prescribed; Monitor patients' vital signs and provide immediate care for emergency conditions; Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care; Document patient care accurately and maintain detailed medical records; Take on charge nurse responsibilities as required, particularly during night shifts; Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards; Work independently and make critical decisions in high-pressure situations

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience in the ER and triage; Minimum 1-2 years of experience in an acute care (med/surg) unit; Experience in critical care or emergency department within the last year; Current and active Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS-HCP); Current Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) certification; Ability to work independently and make critical decisions in high-pressure situations

Nice to have

Current and active Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS); Charge nurse experience; Connect Care training (Rural Nurse, Rural Nurse Patient Registration modules); Previous experience working in a rural ER/acute care setting; Previous experience with Alberta Health Services (AHS) within the last 2 years as an RN in a similar unit; Experience with ER triage

Benefits

Top tier wages; Relocation support; Competitive compensation; Excellent benefits; Flexible opportunities; Community impact