Mikisew Cree First Nation·Wood Buffalo, Alberta
Provide comprehensive care and support to Elders and residents at the Kahkiyow Keykanow Elders Care Home. Responsibilities include medication administration, patient assessments, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to maintain a secure environment.
The Mikisew Cree First Nation (Mikisew) has lived on the ancestral lands of the Athabasca Delta and Wood Buffalo National Park in northeastern Alberta since time immemorial. The lives of our members are linked to the land and to a close understanding of traditions, history and a natural way of life. Many of our members live in the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, and our traditional lands range over a large portion of Athabasca oil sands deposits.
Who You Are Mikisew Cree First Nation is seeking a qualified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Kahkiyow Keykanow Elders Care Home (KKECH) team on a CASUAL basis. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with health team members to provide comprehensive care and support to Elders, residents, and their families. This role supports residents in achieving optimal health, maximizing independence, and maintaining a secure, comfortable, home‑like environment. The LPN also facilitates effective communication between residents, families, and other healthcare professionals.
Roles & Responsibilities Medication Assistance with dispensing of prescribed medications and documentation of all medications reordering as needed.
Meal Planning/ Collaboration with Dietician and Cook to their specific needs and to ensure all residents receive healthy food choices as per the Canada Food Guide.
Reporting observe and reporting any behavioural changes or conditions with the residents or any incidents involving residents within the Care Plan to the Professional staff.
Assess and provide treatments and make referrals.
Prevent/treat injury/illness.
Complete initial and ongoing assessments of residents and patients.
Assisting clients with bathing.
Follow standards of cleanliness and safety.
Documents patient care observations and activities according to professional standards and procedures.
Maintain confidentiality regarding patient and business functions of the facility.
Collaboration with professional staff such as Nunee Health Center and Alberta Health Services.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum 1 year of experience in an LPN or similar role. IV therapy experience would be considered an asset. Licensed Practical Nurse registered in the Province of Alberta. Current basic CPR. Recent clinical experience, including medication administration and leadership duties. Other duties, as assigned.
MCFN Standard Closing Statement All applications will be reviewed, although only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Mikisew Cree First Nation is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Final candidates for this position will be required to complete a security screening, which includes a criminal background check and vulnerable sector check.
kinanâskomitin (Thank you) for your interest.
Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse registered in Alberta with at least one year of experience and current CPR/First Aid certification. A valid Class 5 driver's license and a clear criminal record/vulnerable sector check are required.
Market context
In Alberta, nursing employers commonly look for licensed practical nurses who can work in senior or long-term care settings, and experience in gerontology or rehabilitation can strengthen an application. These roles are competitive because current LPN registration, CPR, First Aid, and a Vulnerable Sector Check are often required, while relocation support, health benefits, paid time off, training, and education may be offered. Before applying, confirm your credentials are current and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save research time.
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