Licensed Practical Nurse

Family Practice Nurse (LPN) - Primary Care

Sherwood Park–Strathcona County Primary Care Network (SPPCN)
Edmonton, Alberta | Permanent, Part-time (0.6 FTE)
Salary: $28.66 to $37.74 per hour, based on experience

Join Our Primary Care Team
Sherwood Park-Strathcona County Primary Care Network is seeking an experienced and patient-focused Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support the delivery of comprehensive primary healthcare services within a family medicine clinic.
In this role, you will work alongside family physicians and an interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement care plans and provide follow-up with patients.  The successful candidate will provide clinical care, health education, chronic disease support, preventative screening, and care coordination to help patients achieve their health goals. Duties will vary depending on the clinic and patient population.

What We Offer

• 0.6 FTE position, Permanent
• Competitive compensation
• Extended Health and Dental Benefits
• 9% RRSP matching program
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Health & Wellness Spending Account
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Professional development funding and paid education time
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

Position Responsibilities
As a valued member of the clinical team, you will:

• Deliver direct patient care within your LPN scope of practice
• Administer immunizations and injections
• Perform wound care and dressing changes
• Conduct ear irrigations and support women's health services, including Pap testing
• Provide diabetes education and prenatal support
• Assist with patient assessments and follow-up care
• Monitor patient progress and communicate findings to physicians and care team members
• Support patients in understanding treatment plans and self-management strategies
• Participate in preventative health initiatives and screening programs
• Coordinate referrals and help patients access community and healthcare resources
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within electronic medical records
• Support quality improvement activities within the clinic
• Assist with orientation and training of new team members when required
• Contribute to efficient patient flow and clinic operations

Qualifications
Required

• Licensed Practical Nurse designation with current registration in good standing with the CLHA (previously CLPNA) in Alberta
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Minimum three years of nursing experience
• Strong understanding of evidence-based nursing practice
• Experience working in a collaborative healthcare environment

Preferred

• Primary care or family practice experience
• Chronic disease management experience
• Community health, gerontology, or preventative care experience
• Familiarity with EMR systems
• Experience providing patient education and health coaching

Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate demonstrates:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Professional judgment and clinical decision-making skills
• Commitment to patient-centered care
• Adaptability within a fast-paced clinical setting
• High standards of confidentiality, ethics, and professionalism
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

Additional Requirements

• Current Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the organization
• Valid Alberta driver's license
• Access to reliable transportation as travel may occasionally be required

About Sherwood Park-Strathcona County Primary Care Network, SPPCN
Sherwood Park-Strathcona County Primary Care Network works with physicians and healthcare professionals to provide coordinated, accessible, and patient-centered primary care services. Our team is committed to supporting healthier communities through collaboration, innovation, and exceptional care.

 

DISCLAIMER
This job description indicates representative responsibilities and specifications of the position only and should not be considered to necessarily represent all responsibilities and specifications of the position. The incumbent may perform other duties as assigned, which are not specified in this description.