Licensed Practical Nurse

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will function as the health care provided on a rapid response team responding to opioid related emergencies in the community surrounding the SMCHC. This position is responsible for providing health care interventions in either the community setting, or within a health care facility. This role includes comprehensive physical and mental health assessments, clinical interventions (e.g. overdose response), naloxone distribution, health education and support, and referrals to other health & social services. Other duties may include basic wound care. The Recovery Response Team services are offered at, or out of the Sheldon M Chumir Health Centre.

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of an interprofessional health care team utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills. You will be guided by your education, experience, demonstrated skill level and Recovery Alberta policies and procedures. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of Recovery Alberta.

Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse

Union: AUPE AUX

Unit and Program: Recovery Response Team

Primary Location: Sheldon M Chumir Health Centre

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 0.71

Posting End Date: 25-SEP-2026

Employee Class: Regular Part Time

Date Available: 05-OCT-2026

Hours per Shift: 11.25

Length of Shift in weeks: 16

Shifts per cycle: 40

Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends

Days Off: As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary: $33.16

Maximum Salary: $43.42

Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided

Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

1-2 years' experience in addiction and mental health, emergency, or shelter setting. Valid class 5 driver's license.

Client Centered counseling and education, particularly with people who use drugs and alcohol. Working with people who use drugs and/or people living with HIV/HCV. Working with diverse populations. Recent experience in mental health and/or addictions and harm reduction and/or emergency department. Strong knowledge and experience responding to opioid poisonings.

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