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College Committees are appointed by the CLPNA's Council and legislated under the Health Professions Act (HPA) to make decisions of self-regulation to members, stakeholders, and the public in the areas of education standards, complaints of unprofessional conduct, and continuing competence. Public members are also appointed by the Alberta Government.
Committee's are composed of LPNs who have volunteered, submitted a resume, and appointed by Council. Available positions are posted in September - November.
Qualifications:
- Active Practice Permit and in good standing with the CLPNA.
- Minimum of 3 years nursing experience.
- Can attend daytime meetings as required in Edmonton or other Alberta communities.
- Own transportation.
Expectations: Committee members are appointed for a two-year term and may be re-appointed for a second term. Terms begin on January 1. Attendance is required at the Annual General Meeting & Spring Conference.
Compensation: CLPNA provides orientation, training, honorarium, hotel and travel expenses related to committee meetings.
THE APPLICATION DEADLINE HAS PASSED. Thank you for your interest.
Forward your resume to the CLPNA, Attention: Tamara Richter, Director of Operations, at trichter@clpna.com or by mail.
LPNs valuing safe and ethical nursing practice should consider volunteering for the Hearing Tribunal. The purpose of the Hearing Tribunal is to ensure the public is protected from unethical or unsafe practitioners, and as decision-makers at the disciplinary hearing of investigated complaints.
A minimum of 5 years of nursing practice in any of the following areas is preferred: acute care, long-term care, community care, or education.
The Hearing Tribunal:
- Ensures fairness by hearing the allegations of the complainant, the response from the investigated person, and evaluating the evidence from any witnesses
- Determines if the action of the investigated person constitutes unprofessional conduct as described in the Health Professions Act
- Writes any orders necessary arising from a guilty verdict
Expectations: Members of this committee meet on demand 5 to 15 times a year for Hearings that typically last 1 or 2 consecutive full days. Hearings are typically held in Calgary and Edmonton, but may be scheduled in any community in Alberta.
The Complaint Review Committee requires critical thinkers to review written decisions to dismiss complaints of unprofessional conduct.
Expectations: This committee meets on demand for several hours by teleconferences 1-3 times per year, with the occasional in-person meeting at the CLPNA office.
Those who believe in life-long learning may be interested in volunteering for the Registration and Competence Committee.
This committee primarily reviews and assesses documentation from the Continuing Competence Program Validation.
Expectations: This committee meets in-person at the CLPNA office 1-2 times per year and on demand by teleconference.
A background in practical nurse education or as an educator/preceptor is useful for those wishing to participate on the Education Standards Advisory Committee (ESAC).
ESAC reviews current and proposed Practical Nurse programs in Alberta, as well as specialty programs outlined in the Health Professions Act, and reports to the CLPNA Council with it's recommendations.
The Council of the CLPNA must be assured that graduates of practical nurse programs have the necessary knowledge, skills, behaviors, attitudes, and judgments to competently perform nursing services in accordance with the Licensed Practical Nurse Regulations, the Standards of Practice, and the Competency Profile. The Council determines the acceptance of ESAC's Report and Recommendations.
Expectations: This committee meets on demand 6 to 12 days per year for scheduled meetings.