Month: December 2017

 DOWNLOAD ISSUE Nurses in the CLPNA’s Mentorship Program share their ‘Better Together’ experiences for support, growth and creating new possibilities. Also in this issue

Infusion therapy is an efficient way to deliver all aspects of fluid and medication by “intravenous” application. Besides the many benefits, there are inherent risks that must be considered. Licensed Practical Nurses have a responsibility to keep current in their knowledge and competent in all areas of their professional practice through continuing education. Safe practice…

How can you say ‘THANK YOU’ to an LPN? For their caring? Their guidance? Their expertise? Nominations are open for the 2018 LPN Awards of Excellence until February 16, 2018. LPN award recipients receive a $1000 cash prize, a commemorative crystal award, and are honoured in front of their peers by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses…

Knowledge and networking, fun and friends. The 2018 CLPNA AGM & Conference is ‘Shifting Reality’, aiming to prepare Alberta’s Licensed Practical Nurse and associated health professionals for changes impacting healthcare. Tickets are on sale now for the 2.5 day event on May 9 – 11, 2018 in Edmonton. Registration Info The engaging lineup includes topics…

The CLPNA’s Annual General Meeting is a chance to engage with the profession’s goals, progress, possibilities, and personnel. President Valerie Paice and CEO Linda Stanger welcome all to the public event on May 9, 2018 in Edmonton. The work of the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta will be described in detail in the…

The threat of cyber-attack is a nightmare for healthcare organizations and professionals. The nature of electronic healthcare information creates unique risks for network and privacy security, resulting in healthcare organizations becoming attractive targets for cyber-crime. Evolving regulatory requirements and the introduction of new technologies have resulted in an increasing focus upon these new threats. Education…

UPDATE (Jan. 3/18): Due to unforeseen circumstances, the New Culture Nursing Workshop with Dr. David Sheard has been rescheduled to April 11 in Edmonton and April 13 in Calgary. Registrants, check your email for registration changes and refund info.  The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta is pleased to partner with Dr. David Sheard, Founder/CEO Dementia…