Licensed Practical Nurse - Haig West

Licensed Practical Nurse - Haig West

Job Location: Haig West
Job Type: Full time
Experience Level: Entry Level
Schedule: Days

COMPANY INFORMATION:
Looking to make a difference?  Looking to join an incredible team?    

Medicentres is a growing network of professionally managed healthcare clinics dedicated to providing accessible healthcare to patients across Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario.
Regardless of your role, you will be an integral part of our customer-first team and are guaranteed to make an impact on the lives of Canadians. Medicentres is seeking to change the way healthcare is delivered in Canada by using technology to improve the patient experience.
By choosing to belong at Medicentres, you will join a team of passionate, like-minded people enjoying a challenging and rewarding career in the ever-changing health care industry. It starts with you. That's a simple sentence but it says a lot. It reminds each one of us that what we do matters.

JOB PURPOSE:
Reporting to the Clinic Manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing exceptional customer service to our patients and physicians and executing on the organization’s strategic objectives as it relates to clinic operations and patient care.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide direct patient care in a busy medical clinic setting
• Triage patients and assess vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, height, and weight
• Prepare patients for physician examinations and procedures
• Assist physicians with minor procedures and treatments
• Administer injections, immunizations, and medications as ordered by the physician
• Perform EKGs, wound care, ear flushing, and dressings, etc.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens (biopsies, urine, swabs)
• Conduct point-of-care testing such as urine dips, pregnancy tests, etc.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR) and chart patient information
• Provide patient education regarding medications, treatments, and follow-up care
• Monitor and maintain clinic supplies and medical equipment
• Ensure infection prevention and control protocols are followed
• Support physicians and clinic staff to maintain efficient patient flow
• Coordinate with pharmacies, labs, and other healthcare providers as needed
• Participate in clinic quality improvement and safety practices

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA)
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Experience in primary care or medical clinic setting preferred
• Experience with Med Access software is preferred
• Strong communication and patient care skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to adapt to challenges and change
• Able to follow directions as given by physicians and management

We believe our employees should reflect the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. To provide the best experience possible, we will support you with accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our Recruitment team of your needs.

We are committed to making sure recruitment, retention, advancement, and compensation are fair and accessible while following all relevant human rights and privacy laws. We appreciate everyone who has shown interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note, AI may be used in the selection and recruitment process.