Licensed Practical Nurse (2026-1006)
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Position Details
Position Status: Casual Location: Royal Park, Complex Continuing Care BW Hours: FTE: Shift: Days/Evenings Shift Times: 0700-1515/1500-2315 Rate of Pay: $ - $ Union: Non Union Nursing PCN: N/A
Date Competition Closes: September 29, 2026
The Opportunity
Position Summary:
Reporting directly to the Director of Care, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a regulated member of the interprofessional health care team who completes comprehensive client assessments, develops and implements client plans/care that addresses both physical and psycho-social care needs. This position monitors on-going client care and condition to ensure optimum functioning and ensures changes in client status are reported to the Staff Nurse. This position administers prescribed medications, supervises the delivery of medications by unregulated staff and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team.
The LPN’s practice encompasses the application of nursing knowledge, skills and judgement to assess client needs and provide nursing care that is reflective of their level of education and knowledge. In keeping with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta’s (CLPNA)Professional Practice Standards & Code of Ethics, Carewest’s Frame of Reference, Philosophy of Care, and Carewest policies this position maintains professional and ethical standards at all times. The demonstration of leadership is critical for success in this position. Responsible for other related duties as required.
Program Summary:
Complex Care – for frail seniors who require the care of an interdisciplinary team to maintain and improve quality of life in safe, comfortable and supportive environments. Carewest offers a mix of secured and unsecured units.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Graduation from a recognized LPN program.
- Current and active registration with CLHA required.
- Current and active Basic Life Support Provider CPR is required.
- Nursing experience is preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership skills required.
About Carewest:
We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest.
We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for both seniors and others requiring specialized care. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 3000 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow, and excel with us.
Employees are required to use technologies, devices, resources, and systems provided by the employer, as per Carewest policy and procedure. Adherence to relevant privacy legislation and best practice including HIA, ATIA, POPA, and InfoCare Behaviours, is required.
Successful applicants not currently working for Carewest will need to provide a suitable police records check and vulnerable sector screen. Successful applicants may need to provide immunization records for positions in certain environments. Carewest is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. For more information on Carewest, please visit our website at .
As published by lever · 24 questions · 6 written answers
Basics
Resume/CV, Full name, Pronouns, Email, Phone, Current location, Current company
Short answers (2)
- If you selected an option that includes a work permit, please specify the permit expiry date: optional
- If you have a valid work permit, please specify your SIN expiry date optional
Pick from a list (14)
- Do you have active registration in good standing with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA)?
- Are you currently certified in BLS/CPR?
- How many years of experience do you have as an LPN?
- What care settings have you worked in? (check all that apply) optional
- Do you currently own a line at another employer?
- Do you have Connect Care Training?
- The role of the casual employee is to fill in when regular employees are not able to work; you can be scheduled shifts in advance however a lot of times you could receive a call at the last minute to come work that day. Which days of the week are you available? optional
- How many shifts are you available for each week? (Please note that Carewest requires all casual staff to pick up a minimum of 2 shifts per week)
- Which shifts are you available to work? optional
- What is your current immigration or work authorization status in Canada?
- Are you currently employed at Carewest?
- Have you previously been an employee of Carewest?
- I authorize Carewest to collect all relevant personal information. I understand this information will be kept confidential and used for the purposes of my employment application with Carewest. optional
- If you are the successful candidate for this competition, please be aware that proceeding with the hiring process will be understood by Carewest as implicit consent to the sharing of your personal information in InFor Go and Vocantas apps used by Carewest for scheduling and booking as part of the WFM (Workforce Management) system. optional
Written answers (6)
- If you have selected yes to the previous question what is the FTE of your line? If you have selected No please type N/A below
- Are there any days/ times you are unable to work?
- Reference #1 (Name, phone number, email required)
- Reference #2 (Name, phone number, email required)
- Reference #3 (Name, phone number, email required)
- We prefer that references provided are in a senior role in the reporting relationship: Please list the job title and reporting relationship of references
Attachments (2)
- Please upload a copy of your CLHA registration
- Please upload a copy of your BLS CPR