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DOWNLOAD ISSUE Licensed Practical Nurses play an important role in delivering the COMPASS Family Caregiving Program, designed to support those who provide care at home for loved ones. In the Summer 2018 issue of CARE magazine, take a closer look at the in-demand, facilitator-led program addressing caregiver challenges of guilt and grief, stress management,…
read moreMedication Management: Comprehensive Guideline and Course
Complete guidance on medication management is now available for Alberta’s Licensed Practical Nurses, and there’s an accompanying self-study course to match. The CLPNA’s Practice Guideline: Medication Management gives principles for safe, ethical and competent medication management in all practice settings. The robust 39-page document should be a welcome resource to LPNs and their healthcare colleagues. Employers…
read moreSummer Casting Call; Communicating Diversity and Passion in the LPN Profession
Comfortable in front of the camera? Answer the call! The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) is looking for 25 confident Licensed Practical Nurses to visually represent the profession in print, on our website, and in background video for our television ads and presentations. New promotional campaigns and fresh social media mean it’s…
read moreLPNs honour traditions and cultural contributions of Alberta’s Indigenous community
A CFWE radio campaign current airing throughout the province highlights the competent, committed care Licensed Practical Nurses provide to all Albertans, and time taken in practice to appreciate the honoured traditions and cultural contributions of the many Indigenous families they provide health care for. On June 21, along with members and fellow Albertans, the College…
read moreGrande Prairie LPNs begin voting in 2018 District 6 Council Election
Two Licensed Practical Nurses are running to become District Representative to the CLPNA’s Council in District 6 (Grande Prairie & area). Voting begins today for newcomer David Haastrup, LPN, and incumbent Joyce Rossiter, LPN, whose Nominations Profiles will remain available for the duration of the election. Eligible voters are notified and linked to their secure…
read moreKool FM and Wild 95.3 visit Calgary Nursing Units during National Nursing Week
Thanks to Calgary Radio Stations 101.5 KooL FM and Wild 95.3 for partnering with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta for the 2018 Public Awareness Campaign, and sharing the message about the competent, committed, care provided by today’s Licensed Practical Nurse. During National Nursing Week, May 7-13, on-air personalities, Bo and Jess from…
read moreAnnual Awards Dinner celebrates excellence in Licensed Practical Nursing profession
More than 350 attendees offered lively rounds of applause celebrating the achievements of the 2018 Awards of Excellence winners and nominees on May 10, 2018. The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) is pleased to honour these individuals as leaders in the LPN profession, representing the diversity and dedication of the profession. LPN…
read moreLPNs navigate shifting reality, ripple effects, and self-care at 2018 Conference
Watch Conference Videos More than 330 delegates attended the 2018 College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta’s (CLPNA) AGM & Conference, May 9-11, at the River Cree Resort in Edmonton. The CLPNA’s Annual General Meeting opened the event with highlights from the 2017 Annual Report, and a look forward through the 2018-2021 Strategic Plan….
read moreInterpretive Document: Incapacity Under the HPA
Incapacity is defined as suffering from a physical, mental or emotional condition or disorder or an addiction to alcohol and drugs as defined in the Pharmacy and Drug Act or other chemicals that impair the ability to provide professional services in a safe and competent manner. – Health Professions Act, RSA 2000, c H-7, s…
read more2017 Annual Report narrates accomplishments, challenges; plus 3-yr Strategic Plan
Clear communication is necessary when working to share and advance the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta’s mandate, vision, and mission. The Council protects and serves the public through excellence in Practical Nursing. The 2017 Annual Report and 2018-2021 Strategic Plan is a snapshot of work initiated, in-progress, or completed that support CLPNA’s…
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