Your Opportunity:

St. Michael’s Health Centre offers compassionate continuing care to individuals with diverse needs in a warm, homelike setting. Our specialized programs support post-acute recovery following strokes, surgeries, or accidents, as well as individualized day programs designed to meet physical, social, and memory-related needs. We are committed to holistic care, with a strong emphasis on spiritual care, dementia support, and supported living. Our comprehensive services include post-acute rehabilitation, complex mental health care, dementia care, level 2 supported living, palliative care, and long-term care. Discover meaningful career opportunities at St. Michael’s Health Centre in Lethbridge and join our mission of excellence in Catholic healthcare. Apply today and become part of a compassionate community dedicated to enriching lives and making a lasting difference. Please note: Number of hours per shift and shifts per cycle is for information purposes only.

Description:

Description: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, collaborating on the delivery of holistic, comprehensive care and support to patients/residents and families. The LPN must be able to team lead effectively on their own. The LPN works to the full scope of practice in providing safe, quality care in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the AUPE Auxiliary Nursing Collective Agreement.

Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse Union: COV AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Seniors Care East Primary Location: St. Michael's Health Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 06-JUL-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Full Time Date Available: 16-JUL-2026 Temporary End Date: 16-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 5 Shifts per cycle: 25 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $33.16 Maximum Salary: $43.42 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: Graduate of a Practical Nursing program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta (CLHA). Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Minimum of 1 year of experience in a long-term care or geriatric setting. Basic knowledge of long-term care principles, including chronic disease management, medication administration, and wound care. Strong clinical skills and the ability to perform nursing tasks with accuracy and compassion. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with residents, families, and the healthcare team. Ability to demonstrate empathy, patience, and professionalism in all interactions. Physically able to complete all demanding aspects of patient/resident care and transport, e.g. walking, standing, bending, lifting, assuming awkward positions and standing for long durations of time. Must be able to understand written and verbal directions in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certification or additional training in Geriatric Nursing or Long-Term Care Nursing (e.g., Certified Nurse in Long-Term Care (CNLTC)). Certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) or Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI). Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems, such as Connect Care. Skills in managing complex medical conditions and providing support for residents with cognitive impairments. Experience with InterRAI MDS/ LTCF Assessments.