Phone:

(403) 823-3345

Address:

140 Riverside Dr E, Drumheller, AB, T0J 0Y4

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We’re Hiring!

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
21 hours a week – Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9am – 5pm
For a full job description please see our news page: https://drumhellerassociatedphysicians.ca/news/
Please submit a cover letter with your resume via Indeed: https://ca.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=18c848d153038aa9…
or email to: [email protected]
Only successful applicants will be contacted
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November is Diabetes Awareness Month – Let’s Make Time to Learn More

Living with diabetes can feel like a full-time job, but many people don’t understand the challenges that come with managing this complex, often invisible condition. Let’s change that.
Diabetes is a condition in which the body either cannot produce insulin or cannot properly use the insulin it produces. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas.
Insulin’s role is to regulate the amount of glucose (sugar) in the blood. Blood sugar must be carefully regulated to ensure that the body functions properly. Too much blood sugar can cause damage to organs, blood vessels, and nerves. Your body also needs insulin to use sugar for energy.
Types of diabetes
There are three major types of diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is the most common diagnosis, followed by type 1 diabetes. Gestational diabetes occurs during pregnancy and is usually temporary. In addition, prediabetes is another important diagnosis that indicates an elevated risk of developing diabetes.
Type 1
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease and is also known as insulin-dependent diabetes. People with type 1 diabetes aren’t able to produce their own insulin (and can’t regulate their blood sugar) because their body is attacking the pancreas. Roughly 10 percent of people living with diabetes have type 1, insulin-dependent diabetes. It generally develops in childhood or adolescence but can also develop in adulthood. People with type 1 need to inject insulin or use an insulin pump to ensure their bodies have the right amount of insulin.
Type 2
People with type 2 diabetes can’t properly use the insulin made by their bodies, or their bodies aren’t able to produce enough insulin. Roughly 90 percent of people living with diabetes have type 2 diabetes. It is most commonly developed in adulthood, although it can also occur in childhood, it can sometimes be managed with healthy eating and regular exercise alone, but may also require medications or insulin therapy.
If you think you or someone you know may have type 2 diabetes, please speak to a doctor or health-care provider.
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We’re Hiring

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Part-Time Position

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Clinic Nurse is responsible for supporting patient care in the clinic in accordance with established clinical guidelines.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES

  • Set up room and instrument trays for procedures as appropriate (e.g. mole removal, PAP, competes, etc.)
  • Greet and escort patient to exam room; provide instructions to prepare patient for visit (e.g. disrobing)
  • Complete driver medicals and aviation medicals as scheduled (training will be provided, if needed)
  • Assist physician with medical procedures as needed, including dressings, suture removal, and PAP test
  • Monitor exam room occupancy to ensure exam rooms are filled
  • Take patient vitals (height, weight, BMI, blood pressure) and conduct any pre-work as appropriate to patients’ symptoms, attributes or reasons for visit (e.g. glucose test, urinalysis, temperature, vision, lung capacity, etc.)
  • Complete medical forms with patient demographics
  • Patient injections, as scheduled
  • Patient ear irrigation, as scheduled
  • Complete vaccine reconciliation reporting
  • Clean and restock exam rooms
  • Autoclaving – Clean, sterilize and repackage medical instruments (training will be provided, if needed)
  • Record medical fridge temperatures
  • Provide patient education to support patient wellness
  • Receive incoming phone calls from pharmacy, Home Care, patients, and other physicians; take messages or consult physician
  • Book tests and referrals for urgent referrals and patients who need assistance
  • Check EMR on an ongoing basis for instructions from physician
  • Chart all assistant’s actions into the EMR in patient charts e.g. record faxes sent, Rx refills, immunizations, allergy injections
  • Ensure sharps and biohazard waste is disposed of appropriately
  • Monitor general clinic medical supply inventory, re-order, and stock supplies
  • Perform other related duties, as required

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Able to prioritize and manage multiple processes and tasks
  • Maintain focus on the patient needs
  • Perform tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficient computer skills or ability to learn computer skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Able to remain calm with difficult patients
  • Maintain confidentiality of patient information
  • Willing to learn new skills

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Professional Certification/Fully licensed by CLPNA

Designations

  • Fully qualified LPN

Education / Experience

  • Several years clinic experience is an asset

Job Type: Part Time – 21 hours per week

Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Part-time: 21 per week

 

Please submit a cover letter with your resume via Indeed or email to: [email protected]

 

Only successful applicants will be contacted

 

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National Child Day

November 20 is National Child Day in Canada.
There are 8 million kids in Canada, and they all have something in common—their rights!
This year’s theme, #8MillionEmpowered, highlights our collective goal to empower all 8 million kids in Canada by defending their rights and ensuring they have the support to thrive. Children and youth are not merely future dreamers, but present-day innovators, leaders and changemakers. They are setting the stage for a brighter, more inclusive Canada with compassion, courage and conviction. Empowered young people can make a difference now, not just someday.
Did You Know?
There are 4 groups of rights for children:
1. Survival rights
2. Development rights
3. Protection rights
4. Participation rights
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heal Website

heal – Health Education and Learning program – https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/heal/heal.aspx
heal is an online resource aimed at providing families across Alberta easily accessible, reliable information about common minor illness and injuries in children. The content provided in the HEAL program comes directly from the Pediatric Emergency Medicine experts at the Alberta Children’s Hospital and Stollery Children’s Hospital.
While children with coughs, fever, ear pain, vomiting, diarrhea, minor head injuries or nosebleeds can feel very uncomfortable, they are most often safely and best cared for in their own home; the majority of these illnesses and injuries do not require a visit to the Emergency Department.
Here you will find general information about the causes, symptoms and home management options for common minor illnesses and injuries, and when to seek medical care: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/heal/heal.aspx
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