Support acute surgical patients and families at Royal Alexandra Hospital through patient-centred nursing, collaborative care, and sound clinical decision making.
Alberta Health Services is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for temporary part-time work on Unit 34 Inpatient Surgery. The 30-bed unit cares for orthopedic and ortho spine surgery patients from several care settings. This assignment requires nursing processes, problem solving, multidisciplinary collaboration, and reliable patient support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver safe, high quality patient and family centred care
- Use nursing processes, critical thinking, and decision making
- Collaborate with registered nurses and health care aides
- Support patients with varying mobility statuses
- Maintain surgery program care quality strategies
Requirements:
- Practical nurse education from an accredited program
- Registration or eligibility with Alberta's College of LPNs and HCAs
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification
- Basic computer skills and demonstrated reliability
- Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams
Bring practical nursing expertise, clinical judgment, and compassionate collaboration to acute surgical care at Royal Alexandra Hospital.
Acute Surgical Unit Practical Nurse in Edmonton employer: Alberta Health Services
Alberta Health Services is an exceptional employer that prioritizes patient care and quality improvement, making it a rewarding place for professionals in the healthcare sector. With a strong commitment to employee development, collaborative work culture, and a focus on meaningful impact, this role offers unique opportunities to lead initiatives that enhance patient relations across the province. Located in Alberta, employees benefit from a supportive environment that values innovation and continuous learning.
