Licensed Practical Nurse

Job summary

Provide direct nursing care, patient education, preventive screening, chronic disease support, and follow-up in a family medicine clinic. Coordinate referrals and care plans, document patient information, communicate with the healthcare team, and support clinic operations and quality improvement.

Job details

Family Practice Nurse (LPN) - Primary Care Location: Sherwood Park, Alberta Employment Type: Temporary, Part-Time (0.8 FTE) Salary: $28.66 to $37.74 per hour, based on experience Join Our Primary Care Team Sherwood Park-Strathcona County Primary Care Network is seeking an experienced and patient-focused Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support the delivery of comprehensive primary healthcare services within a family medicine clinic. In this role, you will work alongside family physicians and an interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement care plans and provide follow-up with patients. The successful candidate will provide clinical care, health education, chronic disease support, preventative screening, and care coordination to help patients achieve their health goals. Duties will vary depending on the clinic and patient population. What We Offer 0.8 FTE position, Temporary (12 months) Competitive compensation Extended Health and Dental Benefits 9% RRSP matching program Paid vacation and sick leave Health & Wellness Spending Account Employee and Family Assistance Program Professional development funding and paid education time Collaborative and supportive team environment Position Responsibilities As a valued member of the clinical team, you will: Deliver direct patient care within your LPN scope of practice Administer immunizations and injections Perform wound care and dressing changes Conduct ear irrigations and support women's health services, including Pap testing Provide diabetes education and prenatal support Assist with patient assessments and follow-up care Monitor patient progress and communicate findings to physicians and care team members Support patients in understanding treatment plans and self-management strategies Participate in preventative health initiatives and screening programs Coordinate referrals and help patients access community and healthcare resources Maintain accurate and timely documentation within electronic medical records Support quality improvement activities within the clinic Assist with orientation and training of new team members when required Contribute to efficient patient flow and clinic operations Qualifications Required Licensed Practical Nurse designation with current registration in good standing with the CLHA (previously CLPNA) in Alberta Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Minimum three years of nursing experience Strong understanding of evidence-based nursing practice Experience working in a collaborative healthcare environment Preferred Primary care or family practice experience Chronic disease management experience Community health, gerontology, or preventative care experience Familiarity with EMR systems Experience providing patient education and health coaching Skills and Competencies The ideal candidate demonstrates: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Strong organizational and time-management abilities Professional judgment and clinical decision-making skills Commitment to patient-centered care Adaptability within a fast-paced clinical setting High standards of confidentiality, ethics, and professionalism Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively Additional Requirements Current Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the organization Valid Alberta driver's license Access to reliable transportation as travel may occasionally be required About Sherwood Park-Strathcona County Primary Care Network, SPPCN Sherwood Park-Strathcona County Primary Care Network works with physicians and healthcare professionals to provide coordinated, accessible, and patient-centered primary care services. Our team is committed to supporting healthier communities through collaboration, innovation, and exceptional care. DISCLAIMER This job description indicates representative responsibilities and specifications of the position only and should not be considered to necessarily represent all responsibilities and specifications of the position. The incumbent may perform other duties as assigned, which are not specified in this description. A review and update of this job description will take place at the yearly performance review.

What you’ll do

Provide direct nursing care, patient education, preventive screening, chronic disease support, and follow-up in a family medicine clinic. Coordinate referrals and care plans, document patient information, communicate with the healthcare team, and support clinic operations and quality improvement.

Requirements

Applicants must hold an active Licensed Practical Nurse designation in good standing with the Alberta regulator, have current Basic Life Support certification, and have at least three years of nursing experience. Strong evidence-based practice, communication, organization, clinical judgment, and patient-centered care skills are required; primary care experience and familiarity with electronic medical records are preferred.

Benefits

• Extended Health Benefits • Dental Benefits • RRSP Matching • Paid Vacation • Paid Sick Leave • Health And Wellness Spending Account • Employee And Family Assistance Program • Professional Development Funding • Paid Education Time

Listed skills

• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Direct Patient Care
• Immunizations And Injections
• Wound Care
• Ear Irrigation
• Pap Testing
• Diabetes Education
• Prenatal Support
• Patient Assessment
• Chronic Disease Management
• Preventive Screening
• Care Coordination
• Patient Education
• Electronic Medical Records
• Clinical Documentation
• Communication
• Clinical Decision-Making
• Follow-Up Care
• Dressing Changes
• Chronic Diseases
• Professionalism
• Health And Wellness Coaching
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Treatment Planning
• Valid Driver's License
• Quality Improvement
• Patient Flow
• Patient-Centered Care
• Adaptability
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Management
• Decision Making
• Community Health
• Confidentiality
• Diabetes Mellitus
• Electronic Medical Record
• Evidence-Based Nursing
• Family Medicine
• Gerontology
• Health Education
• Healthcare Services
• Intravenous Therapy
• Vaccination Administration
• Innovation
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Nursing
• Operations
• Patient Education And Counseling
• Performance Review
• Preventive Care
• Primary Care

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Licensed Practical Nurse
• Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse
• Nursing Associate Professionals
• Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses