Your Opportunity

Practicing within the philosophy and guidelines of the Alberta Kidney Care South Program, the Licensed Practical Nurse is a member of the health care team, collaborating in the delivery of holistic, comprehensive care, to meet the needs of individuals, families and/or communities. Duties and responsibilities are within the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) Dialysis Nursing Specialty scope of practice and in collaboration with the inter-professional team. This position involves lifting and movements requiring fine motor skills (e.g. hand dexterity).

Description

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of an interprofessional health care team, utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills. You will be guided by your education, experience, and demonstrated skill level, in alignment with applicable legislation, standards of practice, policies, and procedures. You will play a key role in providing safe, high quality, patient and family centred care while reflecting the shared vision and values of the organization.

Classification: LPN - Renal Dialysis Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: 02 AKCS Northwest Hemodialysis Primary Location: Northwest Dialysis Unit Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 30-JUL-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 05-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $33.53 Maximum Salary: $43.85 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse education program. Active, or eligible for, registration and a practice permit as a Licensed Practical Nurse with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta (CLHA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Additional Required Qualifications

Current CLHA registration required. Current BLS certification required. Ability to administer fluids and medication, including vaccines, via central line and invasive methods required. Current hemodialysis experience required. Recent or current nephrology nursing experience required. Ability to work independently in a rapidly changing environment required. Basic computer skills required. Ability to maintain effective and respectful working relationships required. Ability to serve as a mentor to colleagues required. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, organizational and assessment skills, and the ability to work effectively as a team player required. Ability to successfully complete the Specialized Clinical Competency of Hemodialysis orientation required.

Preferred Qualifications