Alberta LPN jobs

[Trishrpn80]

I am subscribed to AHS and there seems to be more LPN jobs.. Just wondering how goes the job situation in alberta. I know last year they were posting but no one knew if they were really hiring (or something like that) When i am done in the north my dd and i are considering alberta.. My dtr wants edmonton for the west edmonton mall but i need a job..I know the cost of living will be cheaper than where i am now but my internet provider won't let me pull up the official sites... Ugh northern remote area lol

[joanna73, BSN, RN]

Does it need to be Ft Mac? You can get an LPN job somewhere else in AB.

[Fiona59]

There used to be a poster from Fort Mac, "angel" something. He went there as a new grad.

Casual is often the only way into AHS and depending upon your availability can in reality be full time work.

I don't think Fort Mac qualifies for Northern Living allowances though.

[Trishrpn80]

Fort Mac does quality for northern allowance.. about twice as much as here which isn't a lot but i don't even figure it into my income at all..

I looked at Athabasca as well since i am enrolled in Athabasca's LPN to BScN program now.. but basically open to all towns and cities..

I wish i was younger, no kid, and i could just move to AB and start new.. however, i am a responsible adult.. lol...

[joanna73, BSN, RN]

Often working casual somewhere like Ft Mac would mean an average of 7 or more shifts a month. They don't have a lot of nurses up there. When I moved out here, I came for a .8. The first year I worked full time, and I could have worked even more if I was so inclined. As Fiona says, most AHS postings are casual or part time, but don't let that discourage you. The hours are available.

[Trishrpn80]

I think i will start applying in a bit (need to revamp my resume)... Hopefully i will get good news