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Full Time LPN Housing Term
@ Default Alpha House Calgary
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
Alpha House in Calgary is hiring a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse for a term in its Place Based Supportive Housing program. The role delivers nursing care, health teaching and infection prevention for clients with substance use disorders in permanent supportive housing, on a 7am to 7pm, 3 days on and 3 days off schedule at $27.27 per hour.
Pay:
$27.27 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Deliver delegated nursing care within CLPNA scope for clients in supportive housing
- Provide health education on infectious diseases, hygiene and medication management
- Maintain infection prevention and control practices
- Support influenza clinics, vaccinations and Naloxone training
- Develop and participate in client care plans
Requirements summary:
- LPN graduation from an accredited nursing school
- Active CLPNA registration and good standing
- 2 to 3 years addictions nursing experience preferred
- Valid CPR certification
- Vulnerable Sector Search within 6 months
- Ability to triage with minimal supervision
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-01
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Nursing & personal care |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Care home |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | LPN, CLPNA registration, CPR, Vulnerable Sector Search, It's Your Move patient lift training, Privacy certification |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Fields of study | Practical nursing |
| Perks mentioned | Paid training |
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Default Alpha House Calgary
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Job Type: Term Full-Time (7am to 7pm, 3 days on, 3 days off)
Pay: $27.27 per hour
About the Role
We’re looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team in the Place Based Supportive Housing program at Alpha House for a term. As an LPN, you will be responsible for delivering care planning and services within the LPN scope of practice. You will provide health teaching, infection prevention support, and participate in client-centered care as part of an integrated, collaborative team. Your responsibilities would include:
- Performing delegated independent nursing functions within the CLPNA scope of practice for clients with substance use disorder living in permanent supportive housing
- Maintaining and ensuring best practices around infection prevention and control
- Providing health education related to Hepatitis A, B, C, HIV/AIDS, condom usage, nutrition, STBBIs, sanitation, hygiene, and medication management
- Supporting influenza clinics, vaccinations, and Naloxone training
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (MSDS, OH&S, WHMIS)
- Developing and participating in comprehensive client care plans
- Demonstrating initiative, critical thinking, decision-making, and triage without direct supervision
- Collaborating with the team in an integrated practice model
- Serving as a role model for Alpha House’s values and acting as a positive ambassador with clients, partners, and the community
About You
We are looking for an experienced and compassionate LPN to join our PBSH Program. The ideal candidate would have the following:
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- 2–3 years’ experience in addictions nursing (preferred)
- Knowledge of the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care
- Computer literacy, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook (WOLF EMR an asset)
- Active registration and good standing with CLPNA/CRNA/CRPNA
- Strong time management, multitasking, and critical thinking skills; able to triage with minimal supervision
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with diplomacy, negotiation, conflict resolution, and empathy
- Resourceful, flexible, and adaptable in challenging situations
- Knowledge of socio-environmental determinants of health, including poverty, mental health, and substance use disorder
- Commitment to ethical practice and thorough understanding of the Protection of Persons in Care Act
- Ability to physically assist clients from prone to sitting/standing positions
- Vulnerable Sector Search (within 6 months) with no disqualifying results
- Ability to obtain privacy certification and “It’s Your Move” or equivalent patient lift training
- Valid CPR certification
- Ability to tolerate strong odors
About Alpha House
Alpha House is dedicated to providing safe, caring, and respectful environments for individuals dealing with addiction and mental health challenges. Our team is passionate about making a difference in the lives of those we serve, offering comprehensive support and resources to help individuals on their journey to recovery and stability. We believe in meeting people where they are at and offering practical, compassionate, and professional support throughout their journey.
Benefits of Working at Alpha House
- Meaningful work supporting vulnerable populations
- Medical and Dental Benefits after six months of continuous work
- Personal development and training opportunities
If this role sounds like something you are interested in, we urge you to apply!
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