Licensed Practical Nurse – 1.0 FTE – Wabasca, AB

About The Aspen Region

The Aspen region covers several communities, including Athabasca, Barrhead, Wabasca, McLennan, and Westlock. Each community provides ample opportunity for recreational, club, and community events all year round.

About The Aspen PCN

The Aspen Primary Care Network first became operational in 2010, serving three communities. Since then, we have grown to include partnership between family physicians in Athabasca, Westlock, Barrhead, Swan Hills, Kinuso, High Prairie and Wabasca, Alberta. In total, the PCN has 43 participating physicians serving approximately 30,000 residents within our region.

Our priorities are to facilitate health promotion and disease prevention, and to enable successful self-management of chronic diseases and conditions.

This position is with the Aspen PCN	FTE: 1.0 FTE
Status: Permanent position	Hours per Week: 38.75
Hours per Shift: 7.75	Reference ID: LPNW20230217
Primary Location: Wabasca, AB

Position Summary

The Aspen Primary Care Network is current seeking a full-time permanent Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN). This position is based in Wabasca, AB. The LPN works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, physicians, and community agencies to enhance the delivery of primary care services across all age groups. The LPN works within their scope of practice to provide high-quality, evidence-based care to patients with a variety of medical conditions.

What You Will Do

Works to full scope of practice with an emphasis on providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages
Specific focus on chronic disease management is a key area of work
Provides full health services based on highly developed nursing knowledge and skills
Conducts assessments to identify needs and collaborates with patients to set priorities and plans for care
Provides short term interventions and patient education
Provides assistance with navigation of the health system

What You Need To Succeed

Current CLPNA registration and CPR
Five years or more related nursing experience preferred
Experience in a primary care setting considered an asset
Experience working with Microsoft office suite and EMR systems considered an asset
Successful completion of Medication Administration and injection courses
Advanced skills in health promotion, health screening, assessment and education
Strong knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture and communities considered an asset
Ability to practice in a culturally safe manner
Security, proof of clean criminal record check
Completion of reference checks
Copy of current CLPNA registration (submitted annually)
Copy of current CPR (submitted annually)

To Apply

The Aspen Primary Care Network offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to

Leslie Phillips, RN Clinical Team Lead
Aspen Primary Care Network
10004 107 Street
Westlock, AB T7P 2K8
Email: lphillips@aspenpcn.ca
Fax: 780-349-4087

Include the Reference ID in the subject line if your email.

The Aspen PCN thanks you for your interest in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Aspen PCN is an equal opportunity employer. The Aspen PCN welcomes applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

This position will remain posted until filled.