PT Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job summary

Deliver care planning and nursing services for clients with substance use disorders within the LPN scope of practice. Provide health education, manage infection control, and collaborate with an integrated team to support client recovery.

Job details

Job Type: Permanent Part-Time - Saturday to Sunday 3pm to 11pm Pay: $27.27 per hour About the Role As an LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) at Alpha House, you will be responsible for delivering care planning and services within the LPN scope of practice. You will provide health teaching, infection prevention support, and participate in client-centered care as part of an integrated, collaborative team. Your responsibilities would include: * Performing delegated independent nursing functions within the CLPNA scope of practice for clients with substance use disorder * Maintaining and ensuring best practices around infection prevention and control * Providing health education related to Hepatitis A, B, C, HIV/AIDS, condom usage, nutrition, STBBIs, sanitation, hygiene, and medication management * Supporting influenza clinics, vaccinations, and Naloxone training * Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (MSDS, OH&S, WHMIS) * Developing and participating in comprehensive client care plans * Demonstrating initiative, critical thinking, decision-making, and triage without direct supervision * Collaborating with the team in an integrated practice model * Serving as a role model for Alpha House’s values and acting as a positive ambassador with clients, partners, and the community About You We are looking for an experienced and compassionate LPN to join our team. The ideal candidate would have the following: * Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing * 2–3 years’ experience in addictions nursing (preferred) * Active registration and good standing with CLPNA/CRNA/CRPNA * Ability to physically assist clients from prone to sitting/standing positions * Vulnerable Sector Search (within 6 months) with no disqualifying results * Ability to complete * Valid CPR certification * Ability to complete lift training and privacy certification * Knowledge of the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care * Computer literacy, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook (WOLF EMR an asset) * Strong time management, multitasking, and critical thinking skills; able to triage with minimal supervision * Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with diplomacy, negotiation, conflict resolution, and empathy * Resourceful, flexible, and adaptable in challenging situations * Knowledge of socio-environmental determinants of health, including poverty, mental health, and substance use disorder * Ability to tolerate strong odors * Commitment to ethical practice and thorough understanding of the Protection of Persons in Care Act About Alpha House Alpha House is dedicated to providing safe, caring, and respectful environments for individuals dealing with addiction and mental health challenges. Our team is passionate about making a difference in the lives of those we serve, offering comprehensive support and resources to help individuals on their journey to recovery and stability. We believe in meeting people where they are at and offering practical, compassionate, and professional support throughout their journey. Benefits of Working at Alpha House * Meaningful work supporting vulnerable populations * Medical and Dental Benefits after six months of continuous work * Personal development and training opportunities If this role sounds like something you are interested in, we urge you to apply!

What you’ll do

Deliver care planning and nursing services for clients with substance use disorders within the LPN scope of practice. Provide health education, manage infection control, and collaborate with an integrated team to support client recovery.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with active registration in good standing with CLPNA/CRNA/CRPNA. Requires a valid CPR certification, a clear Vulnerable Sector Search, and preferably 2-3 years of experience in addictions nursing.

Benefits

• Medical Benefits • Dental Benefits • Personal Development • Training Opportunities

Listed skills

• Control · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Client · Preferred
• Planning · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• Care Planning · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Supervision · Preferred
• Infection Prevention · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Care Planning
• Infection Prevention
• Health Education
• Triage
• Medication Management
• Critical Thinking
• Conflict Resolution
• Time Management
• Interpersonal Communication
• Nursing Process
• Computer Literacy
• Patient Assessment

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services