1 in 5 people experience a mental health concern. Join us in making a difference. Unit 10-2A is part of the Recovery Alberta Adult Acute portfolio of the Edmonton Zone Addiction and Mental Health program. We provide patient and family-centered care, with all team members working within the CoACT collaborative care model and Addiction and Mental Health. Reporting to the unit manager, the Licensed Practical Nurse - Adult Acute Psychiatry 10-2A AHE is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care for adults presenting with acute addictions and mental health concerns. The Licensed Practical Nurse will provide safe, effective, and stage-matched nursing care according to clinical policies, procedures, and evidence-based nursing care standards. The Licensed Practical Nurse works within a concurrent capable, recovery-oriented framework, within the context of a multidisciplinary team. Join the committed team at Alberta Hospital in Edmonton and take on a meaningful role that will profoundly impact the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges."
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of an interprofessional health care team utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills. You will be guided by your education, experience, demonstrated skill level and Recovery Alberta policies and procedures. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of Recovery Alberta.
- Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
- Union: AUPE AUX
- Unit and Program: Alberta Hospital Edmonton, Unit 10-2A
- Primary Location: Alberta Hospital Edmonton
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 20-JUL-2026
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
- Date Available: 03-AUG-2026
- Temporary End Date: 14-FEB-2027
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 20
- Shifts per cycle: 100
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $33.16
- Maximum Salary: $43.42
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of an accredited practical nurse education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
Additional Required Qualifications:
2 years of recent experience in an Adult Acute Addiction/ Mental Health nursing role. Working knowledge of relevant legislation is required, including the Alberta Mental Health Act and the Health Information Act. Working knowledge of psychotropic medications and psychopathology. Experience working with the CoACT model of care is required. Working knowledge and understanding of the principles of trauma-informed care.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to candidates who have experience in working with clients with concurrent disorders and are appropriately able to assess and manage signs of withdrawal from multiple substances.
