Licensed Practical Nurse
About the role
COMPETITION NUMBER: 1490
CLOSING DATE: October 23, 2025 11:59 PM MDT
STUDENTS AND ACADEMIC STRATEGY
Wellness - Centre for Growth and Harmony
NorQuesters are difference makers, and we’re searching for someone dedicated to making a difference to join our Wellness team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Reporting to the Manager of Wellness, the Licensed Practical Nurse's primary function is to identify and respond to medical emergencies, provide medical and lifestyle support, and coordinate the student health education programs. This role is essential for supporting students' health and ensuring students in health programs meet their clinical placement immunization requirements. This position also supports the continued implementation of Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, Anti-Racism, and Decolonial Indigenization.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Provide compassionate clinical care and emergency response by assessing injuries and illnesses on campus, offering appropriate care recommendations, and serving as the first point of contact for students requiring medical support. You will also provide emergency care and first aid to staff and faculty as needed.
- Support student readiness through immunization and health compliance by reviewing immunization records, identifying incomplete documentation, and educating students on required vaccinations and safe practice procedures for clinical placements.
- Promote health and wellness through education by developing, coordinating, and leading student health initiatives that offer proactive information and support on a wide range of health-related topics.
- Foster collaboration and community connections by maintaining strong relationships within the Wellness unit, with academic program areas, and with the clinical placement team. You will also build a network of community contacts to ensure appropriate referrals and access to external supports.
- Lead communicable disease prevention and response by managing information gathering and communication related to the College’s Communicable Disease Procedure, assessing campus risks, and maintaining up-to-date processes and protocols to ensure a safe campus environment.
WHAT YOU BRING:
- A Diploma in Practical Nursing.
- Current registration and good standing with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA).
- Current certification in CPR.
- Three to five years of experience in a community health setting, with a focus on health education and promotion.
What Makes You a Difference Maker?
As a difference maker you bring:
- Compassionate clinical care through the assessment of health concerns, completion of health histories and physicals, and providing appropriate care, recommendations, and referrals for students, staff, and faculty.
- Health leadership and safety awareness by assessing communicable disease risks, maintaining related procedures, and communicating effectively with Public Health and campus partners to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Student readiness and compliance support by reviewing immunization records, confirming clinical placement requirements, and collaborating with program areas, clinical placement teams, and external partners.
- Health education and promotion expertise by leading the Student Health Education initiative, identifying opportunities to engage students, and implementing strategies to promote physical well-being.
- Collaboration and community connection through teamwork within the Wellness unit and the Centre for Growth and Harmony, while maintaining strong networks with community organizations for effective referrals and support.
- Commitment to quality, ethics, and continuous improvement by upholding professional standards, privacy legislation, and College policies, while identifying opportunities to enhance wellness processes and services.
SALARY: AUPE Nurse II | $61,635 - $80,033 annually, reflective upon what you bring. AKA your education and experience. For more information regarding the AUPE Collective Agreement, please check out this link.
We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.
Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.
For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:
- International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment
- World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/
We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.
NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.
NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.
Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.
Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.
PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.
About NorQuest College
At NorQuest, we have a unique ability to provide students with the skills Alberta needs in a supportive and inclusive environment. And with input from industry, business, and the public sector, we make learning relevant and rewarding.
We understand that our learners come with varying levels of education and we assist them at the times and places that meet their needs, whether that is in the classroom, via distance learning or continuing education. We help identify their strengths, work on their areas of need, and move them towards exciting learning paths and life-changing careers. Our post-secondary diploma and certificate programs offer careers in health, community studies, and business.
We also uniquely deliver to the increasing demands of our economy. Thanks to our workforce-relevant programming, the average diploma graduate from NorQuest College earns $15,100 more than a high school graduate at their career midpoint. In addition, research shows that NorQuest College and our students added $471.4 million of total income to Edmonton’s regional economy. These outcomes are based on a 2016-17 study conducted by Economic Specialists International.
Located on traditional lands referred to as Treaty 6 territory, we serve 21,162 learners. This translates to 12,112 full-time and part-time credit students, and 9,050 non-credit or continuing education students, including assessment examinations. As a regional steward, we provide access to adult education in Edmonton and the surrounding region. Our services reach from Drayton Valley in the southwest, to Whitecourt in the northwest, and to Wetaskiwin in the southeast, encompassing 26 communities. In all, three regional campuses complement our two Edmonton campuses.
We are proud to embrace diversity and honour inclusiveness.
Licensed Practical Nurse
About the role
COMPETITION NUMBER: 1490
CLOSING DATE: October 23, 2025 11:59 PM MDT
STUDENTS AND ACADEMIC STRATEGY
Wellness - Centre for Growth and Harmony
NorQuesters are difference makers, and we’re searching for someone dedicated to making a difference to join our Wellness team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Reporting to the Manager of Wellness, the Licensed Practical Nurse's primary function is to identify and respond to medical emergencies, provide medical and lifestyle support, and coordinate the student health education programs. This role is essential for supporting students' health and ensuring students in health programs meet their clinical placement immunization requirements. This position also supports the continued implementation of Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, Anti-Racism, and Decolonial Indigenization.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Provide compassionate clinical care and emergency response by assessing injuries and illnesses on campus, offering appropriate care recommendations, and serving as the first point of contact for students requiring medical support. You will also provide emergency care and first aid to staff and faculty as needed.
- Support student readiness through immunization and health compliance by reviewing immunization records, identifying incomplete documentation, and educating students on required vaccinations and safe practice procedures for clinical placements.
- Promote health and wellness through education by developing, coordinating, and leading student health initiatives that offer proactive information and support on a wide range of health-related topics.
- Foster collaboration and community connections by maintaining strong relationships within the Wellness unit, with academic program areas, and with the clinical placement team. You will also build a network of community contacts to ensure appropriate referrals and access to external supports.
- Lead communicable disease prevention and response by managing information gathering and communication related to the College’s Communicable Disease Procedure, assessing campus risks, and maintaining up-to-date processes and protocols to ensure a safe campus environment.
WHAT YOU BRING:
- A Diploma in Practical Nursing.
- Current registration and good standing with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA).
- Current certification in CPR.
- Three to five years of experience in a community health setting, with a focus on health education and promotion.
What Makes You a Difference Maker?
As a difference maker you bring:
- Compassionate clinical care through the assessment of health concerns, completion of health histories and physicals, and providing appropriate care, recommendations, and referrals for students, staff, and faculty.
- Health leadership and safety awareness by assessing communicable disease risks, maintaining related procedures, and communicating effectively with Public Health and campus partners to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Student readiness and compliance support by reviewing immunization records, confirming clinical placement requirements, and collaborating with program areas, clinical placement teams, and external partners.
- Health education and promotion expertise by leading the Student Health Education initiative, identifying opportunities to engage students, and implementing strategies to promote physical well-being.
- Collaboration and community connection through teamwork within the Wellness unit and the Centre for Growth and Harmony, while maintaining strong networks with community organizations for effective referrals and support.
- Commitment to quality, ethics, and continuous improvement by upholding professional standards, privacy legislation, and College policies, while identifying opportunities to enhance wellness processes and services.
SALARY: AUPE Nurse II | $61,635 - $80,033 annually, reflective upon what you bring. AKA your education and experience. For more information regarding the AUPE Collective Agreement, please check out this link.
We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.
Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.
For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:
- International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment
- World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/
We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.
NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.
NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.
Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.
Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.
PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.
About NorQuest College
At NorQuest, we have a unique ability to provide students with the skills Alberta needs in a supportive and inclusive environment. And with input from industry, business, and the public sector, we make learning relevant and rewarding.
We understand that our learners come with varying levels of education and we assist them at the times and places that meet their needs, whether that is in the classroom, via distance learning or continuing education. We help identify their strengths, work on their areas of need, and move them towards exciting learning paths and life-changing careers. Our post-secondary diploma and certificate programs offer careers in health, community studies, and business.
We also uniquely deliver to the increasing demands of our economy. Thanks to our workforce-relevant programming, the average diploma graduate from NorQuest College earns $15,100 more than a high school graduate at their career midpoint. In addition, research shows that NorQuest College and our students added $471.4 million of total income to Edmonton’s regional economy. These outcomes are based on a 2016-17 study conducted by Economic Specialists International.
Located on traditional lands referred to as Treaty 6 territory, we serve 21,162 learners. This translates to 12,112 full-time and part-time credit students, and 9,050 non-credit or continuing education students, including assessment examinations. As a regional steward, we provide access to adult education in Edmonton and the surrounding region. Our services reach from Drayton Valley in the southwest, to Whitecourt in the northwest, and to Wetaskiwin in the southeast, encompassing 26 communities. In all, three regional campuses complement our two Edmonton campuses.
We are proud to embrace diversity and honour inclusiveness.