(UPDATED February 26, 2021) The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) is working closely with Alberta Health, Alberta Health Services, as well as with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta, the Alberta College of Pharmacy and the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta, to provide the latest information to…
read moreHearing Notice: Nejaha Ahmed #37549
The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta is responsible under the Health Professions Act for protecting the public from unethical, unskilled, and unsafe nursing practice. Under this authority, some complaints of unprofessional conduct result in a formal Hearing before a Hearing Tribunal, consisting of LPNs appointed by Council and public members appointed by government….
read moreVideo: Immunization Practice & Regulation
In order to administer vaccines, Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) must have the knowledge, skill, judgment, and competencies related to immunization to practice safely. Additionally, the Government of Alberta’s Immunization Regulation gives all health professionals in Alberta, including LPNs, legal responsibilities regarding immunizations to better protect the public. Learn about these requirements, as well as the expectations on LPNs…
read moreDirector of Communications Position (1-year)
The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) is currently accepting applications for a Director of Communications for a one-year, interim position. Applications will be accepted until January 28, 2021.
read moreWebinar: Caregiver-Centered Care – Education for LPNs (Feb 16 & 18)
Did you know that 1 in 4 Canadians are family caregivers? A family caregiver is broadly defined as any person who takes on a generally unpaid caring role providing emotional, physical, or practical support in response to an illness, disability, or age-related needs. Research has shown that well-supported family caregivers provide better care for their…
read moreHearing Notice: Tatyana Collins #34148
The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta is responsible under the Health Professions Act for protecting the public from unethical, unskilled, and unsafe nursing practice. Under this authority, some complaints of unprofessional conduct result in a formal Hearing before a Hearing Tribunal, consisting of LPNs appointed by Council and public members appointed by government….
read moreHearing Notice: Amanda Daniels #40277
The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta is responsible under the Health Professions Act for protecting the public from unethical, unskilled, and unsafe nursing practice. Under this authority, some complaints of unprofessional conduct result in a formal Hearing before a Hearing Tribunal, consisting of LPNs appointed by Council and public members appointed by government….
read moreHearing Notice: Joaquim Ngetich #30937
The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta is responsible under the Health Professions Act for protecting the public from unethical, unskilled, and unsafe nursing practice. Under this authority, some complaints of unprofessional conduct result in a formal Hearing before a Hearing Tribunal, consisting of LPNs appointed by Council and public members appointed by government….
read moreLIMITED TIME SIGN UP FOR E.P.I.C. IMMUNIZATION PROGRAM
(UPDATED JANUARY 7, 2021 – Thank you to all LPNs who have completed the application for this learning opportunity. The application is now closed as we have met capacity for the limited number of registrations that are available. Successful applicants will be notified by email the week of January 11-15.) An unprecedented need for qualified…
read moreReinstating Registration for 2021
On January 1, 2021, the Registration Renewal system at the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta’s will close. Nurses who have not renewed for 2021 will have their practice permit suspended. How to Reinstate for 2021 Those still wishing to register should review the instructions on “Previously Licensed in Alberta“. Those with suspended permits…
read moreWebinar: Immunization Practice and Regulation (Jan 25 & 29)
Licensed Practical Nurses must have the knowledge, skill, judgment, and competencies related to immunization to practice safely. This webinar discusses two important topics related to Immunization practice: Options for education and training Immunization Regulation reporting requirements in effect January 1, 2021 Related – Immunization Reporting for all LPNs as of Jan 1, 2020 For more…
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