Licensed Practical Nurse - South / West Haig

Medicentres Canada Inc. • Lethbridge, AB

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) supports the delivery of comprehensive nursing care within a family medicine clinic setting. Working in collaboration with family physicians and reporting to the Clinic Manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for delivering high-quality patient care, customer service, and administrative support to promote efficient clinic operations. The LPN is expected to maintain high standards of professionalism, patient safety, and confidentiality at all times.

Requirements

• Completion of a two-year LPN diploma from an accredited institution
• Current registration and good standing with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta
• Minimum one year of customer service experience
• Experience using EMR software, such as Med Access
• Strong communication, active listening, and problem-solving skills
• Strong clinical, customer service, and organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information in accordance with the Health Information Act and organizational privacy policies
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel
• Current CPR certification at the Health Care Provider (BLS) level is required
• Vaccine Storage and Immunization training is required

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of clinical interventions and medical procedures, as authorized by the physician and within the LPN’s scope of practice, including but not limited to: Assisting with minor surgical procedures, pelvic examinations, and IUD insertions/removals, Performing point-of-care testing as ordered by the physician, including urinalysis, blood glucose testing, and pregnancy testing, Administering injections and vaccinations, Applying dressings, tensor bandages, splints, and slings, Removing sutures and staples, Performing ear irrigation, Initiating oxygen therapy under physician direction, Obtaining and recording vital signs, height, weight, and visual acuity measurements, Assembling and maintaining required sterile equipment and supplies, Maintaining the orderly storage and appropriate disposal of clinic supplies, Adhering to established standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Greeting and registering patients in a professional and courteous manner, Scheduling appointments and notifying patients as required, Escorting patients to examination rooms and preparing them for physician assessment as required, Accurately documenting all procedures and interventions in the patient chart, Scanning and filing patient documentation as required, Receiving, sorting, and distributing mail and faxes as appropriate, Completing daily, weekly, and monthly assigned chores, Initiating forms, preparing billings, and collecting payment for uninsured services, Participating in the orientation and training of new staff and students, Maintaining an understanding of physician preferences and workflows in order to provide effective support, Demonstrating alignment with the organization’s purpose and core values in daily practice, Actively participating in organizational initiatives, Performing other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree