The LPN provides patient-centered medical care and recovery support for young adolescents with eating disorders in a residential setting. Responsibilities include administering medications, implementing individualized care plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to monitor patient progress.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be a Licensed Practical Nurse with experience working with young adolescents aged 12-24. Proficiency in trauma-informed care and non-violent crisis intervention is required to manage high-risk patients safely.
EHN Canada is the nation’s largest private network of industry-leading mental health, trauma, and addiction treatment facilities, each with a passion for providing quality treatment for Canadians. We are committed to both caring for our patients and supporting their loved ones. With over 100 years of collective experience, our inpatient, outpatient, and online programs are offered across the country, providing essential compassionate care to patients wherever they are.
EHN Canada prides themselves on providing both excellent and accessible care to all Canadians.
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Job Overview
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a member of an interdisciplinary team that provides medical care, recovery therapies and programs, and everyday care and support to clients diagnosed with an eating disorder, Young adolescences 12-24 years in residential treatment. The LPN/RN provides patient-centered care using the development and implementation of individualized care plans through focused patient assessments, symptom management, medication administration and psychological support. The RN/LPN practices in accordance with organizational and pharmaceutical policies and procedures and provides support to the patients' primary care provider within the scope of practice outlined by the nurse's regulatory body. The RN/LPN utilizes a myriad of practical and therapeutic modalities to support patient recovery within the multidisciplinary care team.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assists in establishing and maintaining procedures and policies that ensure adherence to best practice guidelines
Safely administers scheduled, PRN and emergency medications, as defined by facility policy and nurse’s regulatory body, via all routes as prescribed with proper documentation of all patient care provided
Provides and facilitates on call nursing coverage as required, in accordance with their contractual agreement and department policies
Schedules, coordinates and documents medical appointments, investigative and diagnostic tests as ordered by the physician/nurse practitioner.
Actively communicates with the physician/nurse practitioner and nursing team regarding the progression, regression and current condition of each patient, as well as the efficacy of nursing interventions
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Mental health and addiction services allowance
Paramedical services allowance
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off
Birthday paid day off
Fitness facilities access
Perkopolis discounts
Education Support Assistance program
Relocation opportunities
Defined Benefit pension
Maternity and parental leave top-up
Daycare discounts
Monitors, documents and communicates information with the multidisciplinary team, external care providers and guardian(s), as required and with strict adherence to patient confidentiality requirements
Prompt follow-up of tasks assigned/delegated by the nursing supervisor, physician/nurse practitioner and co-nurses as required
Provision of meal support as required
Applies the framework of Trauma Informed Care when conducting patient assessments and providing nursing care/support to patients and their families
Utilizes excellent critical thinking skills to ensure that medical/nursing care planning, assessments and interventions are in the best interest of the patients’ physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual health
Effectively assesses, communicates, documents and monitors risks to patient safety, including suicidal ideation, self-harm and acute deterioration of physical condition
Facilitates the implementation of therapeutic coping skills and safe de-escalation techniques in accordance with the framework of non-violent crisis intervention
Upholds a high standard of patient care through the utilization and implementation of resources pertaining to evidence-based medical and therapeutic management of eating disorders and other comorbid mental health disorders
Most have experience working with Young Adolescence.
Other duties as assigned
Employee Benefits and Perks
Comprehensive benefits package, including a yearly allowance of $2,000 for mental health and addiction services, as well as $600 per service for various paramedical services, such as massage and physiotherapy.
24/7 Employee Assistance Program through GreenShield Health
Competitive paid time off policies, including a paid day off on your birthday
Access to in-house fitness facilities where applicable or discounted external gym memberships
Perks and discounts with Perkopolis – entertainment, home/auto/pet insurance
Personal and professional development through our Education Support Assistance program
Nationwide presence allows for supportive relocation opportunities
Defined Benefit pension through CAAT with up to a 4% employer contribution
Maternity and parental leave top-up
Access to discounts at Kids & Co. Daycare
Artificial intelligence (AI) may be used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position by analyzing application materials and generating recommendations to support human decision-making.
EHN Canada is an employment equity employer. If you should require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources.
#INDNS
24hr PT line (3 shifts)
Must be open to working D, E, G or 11am - 7pm as needed
Market context
LPN roles in Alberta remain competitive
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.
