Licensed Practical Nurse

Job summary

Deliver holistic, person-centred care to patients and families as part of a multidisciplinary team, using clinical judgment and communication to support safe care and positive outcomes. Coordinate care, support team learning and development, and contribute to quality improvement, patient safety, and inclusive collaborative practice.

Job details

Your Opportunity: Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our team is what makes us special. As one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies and recognized as one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we offer a workplace where you can grow, feel supported and make a meaningful difference. Since 1988, the Grey Nuns Community Hospital has supported southeast Edmonton and the surrounding area with compassionate, full-service care that meets a wide range of health needs. The hospital is conveniently located near transit, parks and shops in the heart of the Mill Woods neighborhood. Unit 42 is a 32 bed surgical unit serving over 3000 Albertans per year. The services we have comprise mainly of: General Surgery, Gynecological Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, ENT and Plastic Surgery. Unit 42 is a very busy, acute surgical unit that requires a high functioning team environment. Description: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, collaborating in the delivery of holistic care and support to patients/residents and families. The LPN practices to full scope, applying professional nursing knowledge, clinical judgment, critical thinking, and communication skills to support safe care and positive health outcomes. The role is committed to providing person-centred, culturally safe, and inclusive care that respects the diverse backgrounds, experiences, values, and needs of patients/residents and families. The LPN contributes to a culture of learning and professional practice excellence by orienting, coaching, mentoring, and supporting the development of staff, students, and learners. The role promotes knowledge sharing and collaborative practice to enhance individual, team, and organizational effectiveness. The LPN fosters an inclusive learning environment that encourages respectful engagement and equitable opportunities for growth and development. The LPN demonstrates leadership within their scope of practice by coordinating care activities, supporting effective team functioning, and contributing to quality improvement and patient/resident safety initiatives. The incumbent fosters professional relationships with patients/residents, families, colleagues, physicians, and other members of the health care team, promoting a culture of respect, collaboration, and belonging. The LPN practices in accordance with applicable legislation, regulatory standards, professional ethics, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies, and procedures of Covenant Health. The role supports Covenant Health's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation through respectful and culturally responsive practice. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the AUPE Auxiliary Nursing Collective Agreement. Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse Union: COV AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Unit 42, General Surgery Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.70 Posting End Date: 16-NOV-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 07-DEC-2026 Temporary End Date: 15-OCT-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 4 Shifts per cycle: 14 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $33.16 Maximum Salary: $43.42 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable Required Qualifications: Required Qualifications: Graduate of a Practical Nursing program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta (CLHA). Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required. Additional Required Qualifications: Minimum 1 year surgical or acute care nursing experience and/or a successful completion of surgical preceptorship within the last year is required. Preferred Qualifications: Inpatient surgical experience within the last 2 years would be an asset.

What you’ll do

Deliver holistic, person-centred care to patients and families as part of a multidisciplinary team, using clinical judgment and communication to support safe care and positive outcomes. Coordinate care, support team learning and development, and contribute to quality improvement, patient safety, and inclusive collaborative practice.

Requirements

Applicants must graduate from a Practical Nursing program or recognized equivalent, hold active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta, and have Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Level C certification. At least one year of surgical or acute care nursing experience, or successful completion of a surgical preceptorship within the past year, is required; recent inpatient surgical experience is an asset.

Listed skills

• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Quality Improvement · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Holistic Patient Care
• Clinical Judgment
• Critical Thinking
• Communication
• Surgical Nursing
• Acute Care Nursing
• Care Coordination
• Patient Safety
• Quality Improvement
• Culturally Safe Care
• Collaborative Practice
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Team Leadership
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership

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