Licensed Practical Nurse

Minimum Salary: $33.16

Maximum Salary: $43.42

Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

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).

Within the last 5 years, 1-3 years proven skills and experience in psychiatric, medical assessment and crisis intervention. Additionally, must have familiarity of the expectations of medical capabilities within mental health and be able to provide treatment as directed, assess potential difficulties, and respond to medical emergencies. Mental health experience in acute care, inpatient psychiatry and/or eating disorder experience required. Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position and provide hands on care to patients in unpredictable, urgent situations. Experience dealing with the medical complications that could arise with eating disorders and be able to provide treatment as directed, assess potential difficulties, and respond to medical emergencies. Must have skills in psychiatric, and medical assessment and crisis intervention. Using Collaborative Problem Solving, Attachment needs, and Trauma Informed approach, the LPN supports adults with eating disorders in understanding mental health, developing strategies to manage their mental illness, group therapy and meal support therapy. The LPN works as a collaborative member of a multi-disciplinary team and further engages in group facilitation and individual support.

Demonstrated ability to maintain collaborative working relationships with patients, families, and team members. Experience working on a multi-disciplinary team. NVCI training. Certification in the Core Brain Story (available through the Alberta Family Wellness Initiative) is preferred.