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The College of Licensed Practical Nurses (CLPNA) is pleased to announce an update to its English Language Proficiency Policy that will support more nurses in becoming registered as Alberta LPNs. The CLPNA has added more options for applicants to provide proof of English language proficiency. Effective March 16, 2023, applicants can demonstrate proficiency through completion…

In this webinar, we will discuss specific strategies to facilitate communication with people who have dementia. We will focus on Alzheimer’s dementia, covering topics related to memory and communication, including hearing loss, with examples of practical evidence-based techniques that you can put into immediate practice. After participating in the webinar, learners will be able to…

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) have a professional and ethical responsibility to practice within the relevant laws governing privacy and confidentiality of patient information. This means all LPNs have the duty to safeguard a patient’s personal and health information as well as respect a patient’s right to privacy. LPNs are ultimately responsible for determining and understanding…

The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) is requesting proposals for high-quality scholarly research on the Practical Nurse profession. The Advancing Regulatory Knowledge Research Grant is a funding opportunity to support research that aligns with the CLPNA’s regulatory mandate to serve and protect the public. The grant intends to build and expand on…

To work or accept employment in Alberta, Licensed Practical Nurses must be registered and have a valid Practice Permit from the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA), as per the Health Professions Act (HPA) of Alberta. Provisional Registration allows new graduates who have completed an approved Practical Nursing Program in Alberta to practice…

Licensed Practical Nurses: when providing immunization services, it is important to be aware of your legal responsibilities and the education required to perform this activity.This webinar: 1) Reviews LPN Scope of Practice regarding administering immunizations2) Discusses your options for education and training3) Outlines reporting requirements For more information please review: Related – Immunization Reporting for…

An update has been made to the Standards of Practice on Boundary Violations: Protecting Patients from Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct. This update aligns with the recent amendment to the Health Professions (Protecting Women and Girls) Amendment Act, 2022 that strengthened provincial laws banning female genital mutilation in Alberta. Moreover, there were editorial changes and…

Current regulation, including the LPN Professional Regulation, authorizes Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to perform a broad range of activities to support care provided to individuals and their families. It is crucial for LPNs to understand their scope of practice related to the restricted activities that they perform as well as advanced authorizations and areas of…

In early 2023, the College of Licensed Registered Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) and College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA), in partnership with regulators in British Columbia and New Brunswick, will pilot a new application process for internationally educated nurses (IENs) aimed at reducing time for the application journey. In Alberta, the streamlined process will…

The purpose of regulation is to ensure that regulated healthcare providers, such as Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), practice in a safe, competent, and ethical manner. The way LPNs connect their regulatory responsibilities to their nursing practice is of utmost importance. Professionalism requires that LPNs demonstrate professional standards when providing nursing care and collaborating with patients,…