Licensed Practical Nurse | Complex Mental Health

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Position Details:

Position Status: Regular Full-Time | Regular Part-Time | Casual Location: Bridgeland Riverside Care Centre FTE: 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.6 | Casual

Shift: Days/Evenings | Days/Nights Shift Times: 07:00–15:15 | 15:00–23:15 | 23:00–07:15 Rate of Pay: $34.60 - $43.41

Please note: This site is opening non-union. Further, this posting will be used to fill a number of positions. Applicants will be asked to select their preferred available line(s) during the application process and may select more than one option.

Offer Acceptance Timeline: Due to the operational timelines associated with the opening of the new Bridgeland site, successful candidates will be required to accept or decline their offer of employment within a shortened timeframe following the verbal offer. Candidates are encouraged to be prepared to make a timely decision upon receiving an offer.

The Opportunity

Position Summary:

Reporting directly to the Director of Care, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a regulated member of the interprofessional health care team who completes comprehensive client assessments and develops and implements plans of care that address physical, mental health, behavioural, psychosocial, and emotional needs.

This position supports individuals living with severe and persistent mental illness, concurrent disorders, addictions, cognitive impairment, and complex psychosocial challenges within a Complex Mental Health setting. The LPN monitors ongoing client care and condition to promote safety, stability, quality of life, and optimum functioning, ensuring changes in client status are reported appropriately. The LPN administers prescribed medications, supervises the delivery of medications by unregulated staff, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to support individualized care plans and risk mitigation strategies. The LPN applies nursing knowledge, skills, and judgment to conduct mental health, behavioural, and physical health assessments, provide therapeutic nursing interventions, and contribute to a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. The LPN supports clients using person-centred, trauma-informed, psychosocial rehabilitation, and harm reduction approaches.

In keeping with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta Professional Practice Standards and Code of Ethics, Carewest's Frame of Reference, Philosophy of Care, and Carewest policies, this position maintains professional and ethical standards at all times. Demonstrated leadership, clinical judgment, and effective interdisciplinary collaboration are critical for success in this position. Responsible for other related duties as required.

Program Summary:

Bridgeland Riverside Continuing Care Centre's Complex Mental Health Programs provide specialized continuing care and interdisciplinary support for adults living with complex mental health conditions, addictions, cognitive impairments, acquired brain injuries, behavioural challenges, and other complex care needs. Services are delivered across a combination of secure and non-secure care environments, based on resident needs, with an emphasis on person-centred, trauma-informed, and harm-reduction approaches. Programs focus on promoting stability, safety, independence, rehabilitation, meaningful engagement, and quality of life while supporting residents in achieving their individual care goals.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Graduation from a recognized LPN program.

• Current and active registration with CLHA required.

• Current and active Basic Life Support Provider CPR is required.
• Education in mental health nursing, addictions, concurrent disorders, behavioural supports, or psychosocial rehabilitation is an asset.
• Training in trauma-informed care, harm reduction, suicide prevention, crisis intervention, de-escalation, or violence prevention is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mental health conditions, behavioural health, psychotropic medications, addictions, and concurrent disorders.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with individuals experiencing complex mental health challenges.

• Nursing experience is preferred.

• Demonstrated leadership skills required.
• Education in mental health nursing, addictions, concurrent disorders, behavioural supports, or psychosocial rehabilitation is an asset.
• Training in trauma-informed care, harm reduction, suicide prevention, crisis intervention, de-escalation, or violence prevention is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mental health conditions, behavioural health, psychotropic medications, addictions, and concurrent disorders.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with individuals experiencing complex mental health challenges.

About Carewest:

We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest.

We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for both seniors and others requiring specialized care. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 3000 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow, and excel with us.

Employees are required to use technologies, devices, resources, and systems provided by the employer, as per Carewest policy and procedure. Adherence to relevant privacy legislation and best practice including HIA, ATIA, POPA, and InfoCare Behaviours, is required.

Successful applicants not currently working for Carewest will need to provide a suitable police records check and vulnerable sector screen. Successful applicants may need to provide immunization records for positions in certain environments. Carewest is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. For more information on Carewest, please visit our website at carewest.ca.