Licensed Practical Nurse

FTE: Casual
Program: Non-Insured Health Benefits – Mobile Medical Unit
Reporting To: Non-Insured Health Benefits- Director 

Summary of Work:

The Mobile Medical Unit (MMU)/Harm Reduction program focuses on those at risk that have been affected by the opioid crisis. As a member of the MMU team, the LPN is primarily responsible for the coordination and delivery of opioid-agonist therapy and harm reduction education to vulnerable community members both on- and off-reserve. In addition, they will provide distribution and training of naloxone kits and opioid poisoning prevention resources. They will also be tasked with performing other assigned duties such as providing comprehensive assessments, wound interventions, sexual health education and treatments, pre and postnatal care, and general case-management and referrals to other appropriate health services. The licensed practical nurse will provide nursing care by applying nursing practice standards as per the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA).

Professional Qualifications:

• Graduate of approved Practical Nursing program
• Current registration with College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta
• Current CPR certification and First Aid 
• Minimum of three to five years of experience in related clinical area
• Harm Reduction experience 
• Knowledge of sexually transmitted blood borne infection (STBBI) and treatments. 
• Current basic and advanced foot care certification an asset
• Current Class 4 driver’s license

Personal Qualifications:

• Shall be mature, pleasant and exercise a high degree of initiative and judgment
• Must have necessary communication and interpersonal skills to provide effective interaction between all persons, including co-workers
• Must act with integrity and treat all information regarding residents, physicians, staff, and financial and operational status of the organization as confidential
• Ability to function independently and effectively in a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to problem-solve and have critical thinking skills
• Able to set priorities in the face of multiple demands
• Assume responsibility to maintain or improve personal health and well-being
• Able to provide and receive constructive feedback
• Ability to function effectively in a dynamic environment
• Able to sit, walk, transfer, lift, carry equipment and supplies

Salary Range:

• In accordance with BTDH Salary grid 

Deadline for Application:

October 31, 2025

Please forward a Cover Letter, Resume, Copies of Credentials, Current Criminal Record, including vulnerable sector Check and Three (3) updated references to:

Blood Tribe Department of Health Inc.
C/O:  Human Resources
P.O. Box 229
STANDOFF, AB   T0L 1Y0
FAX:  403-737-3985
E-mail: RECRUITMENT@BTDH.CA