LPN: Lethbridge Wellness Shelter and stabilization Unit

FTE: 2 Months Term Position 0.4 (2 days per week)   
Program: Lethbridge Wellness Shelter Stabilization Unit
Reporting To: Stabilization Unit Team Lead

Summary of Work:

Under the direction of the Stabilization Unit Team Lead and as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, provide support and assistance to the Shelter and Stabilization Unit Teams.

Professional and Personal Qualities:

• Graduate of approved Practical Nurse program with current license.
• Current registration with College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta
• Other certifications/competencies as required by registering body and as required by program/department.
• Current CPR certification, to be re-certified annually.
• Current Frist Aid certification, to be re-certified every three years.
• Minimum of three to five years of experience in related clinical area.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in nursing.
• Non-Violence Crisis Intervention Training Certificate (or be willing to complete). 
• Current basic and advanced foot care certification
• Shall be mature, flexible, pleasant and exercise a high degree of initiative and judgment.
• Must have necessary communication and interpersonal skills to provide effective interaction between all persons, including coworkers.
• Must act with integrity and treat all information regarding residents, physicians, staff and financial and operational status of the organization as confidential.
• Knowledge and roles of the multidisciplinary team members
• Ability to function independently and effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Application of proper body mechanic principles
• Ability to problem-solve and have critical thinking skills.
• Able to set priorities in the face of multiple demands.
• Assumes responsibility to maintain or improve personal health and well-being.
• Able to provide and receive constructive feedback
• Ability to function effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Able to sit, walk, transfer, lift, carry equipment and supplies.

Salary Range:

• As per Blood Tribe Department of Health Inc. salary grid.

Deadline for Application:

Ongoing until suitable applicant is found

Please forward a Cover Letter, Resume, Copies of Credentials, Current Criminal Record, including vulnerable sector Check and Three (3) updated references to:

Blood Tribe Department of Health Inc.
C/O:  Human Resources
P.O. Box 229
STANDOFF, AB   T0L 1Y0
Phone: 737-3888 EXT 8408
FAX:  403-737-3985
E-mail: recruitment@btdh.ca

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.