LPN (Casual)

LPN – Casual

Are you passionate about supporting Albertans with disabilities and making a meaningful impact in your local community? Do you have what it takes to champion our vision to Inspire Potential, Build Community, and Enrich Lives?

Easter Seals Alberta is a provincial not-for-profit organization with over 75 years of service. Our mission is to provide programs and services that foster inclusion, independence, and recreation for individuals with disabilities and medical conditions. We are committed to ensuring Albertans have access to the resources they need to live full and independent lives.

Easter Seals fosters an inclusive and diverse work environment where individuals are encouraged to be themselves. Every idea and perspective is valued, reflecting the communities we serve.

Easter Seals McQueen Home:

Easter Seals Alberta’s McQueen Home in Edmonton is a nine-bedroom residence supporting individuals with disabilities who require high levels of personal care and cannot live independently without assistance. Residents are encouraged to actively engage in their communities through volunteering, education, part-time work, and maintaining connections with family and friends.

The home provides a safe and secure environment with 24/7 staffing, including a dedicated medical team. Residents’ conditions vary and currently include Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, Multiple Sclerosis, and Spina Bifida.

As an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will:

• Embrace a culture of continuous learning and development to ensure individuals, families, professionals, and team members have access to current information and resources.
• Provide family-centered care with empathy, compassion, and understanding, ensuring a high standard of service and support.
• Communicate effectively with all team members while encouraging, supporting, and empowering others.
• Adhere to all organizational procedures, policies, and protocols.
• Support diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice principles.
• Adapt to changing needs both internally with colleagues and externally with families.
• Contribute to organizational excellence, teamwork, and a positive workplace culture.

Responsibilities:

Resident Support

• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions in accordance with physician orders and best practices, including wound and catheter care.
• Provide leadership to the HCA team and ensure consistent application of best practices.
• Lead training for HCAs on medical policies, procedures, and emergency response.
• Assist residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and cleanliness.
• Support mobility and safe transfers, including assisting residents in and out of bed.
• Foster emotional well-being through meaningful engagement such as conversation and active listening.
• Accurately document and report incidents, health changes, and care updates.
• Monitor residents’ well-being and report any concerns proactively.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents’ physical, emotional, and psychosocial health on admission and ongoing.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and the healthcare team regarding care plans and health updates.
• Collaborate with physicians and allied health professionals to develop and review care plans.
• Act as a liaison between residents, families, and the care team, advocating for resident needs and preferences.
• Provide first aid and coordinate emergency medical services when required.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Alberta.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Experience in continuing care is considered an asset.
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities.
• Strong clinical assessment, bedside nursing, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Compassionate, respectful, and resident-centered approach to care.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards, infection control, and health and safety practices.

Other:

• 3 hour day shifts (hours are flexible between 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
• Work location: McQueen Home, Edmonton.
• Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search required as conditions of employment.

Working Conditions:

• Physical demands include lifting, bending, and prolonged standing.
• Working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying abilities.

What we offer:

• A fun and dynamic team environment.
• Ongoing learning and professional growth opportunities.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.