Navigate Complexities. Create Change. Together. This is our purpose at CUPS.
Our unique integrated approach to care empowers people to work holistically to create and achieve goals that support their well-being and builds readiness to navigate and access support in the community. As a formative presence, we work together to build better systems and a stronger community.
Clients depend on us, supporters trust us, and partners count on our collaboration. We do not take this responsibility lightly – we are accountable for our words, our actions, our relationships, and most importantly, ourselves. Through a compassionate lens, we afford every person dignity in their interactions with us. We proactively seek opportunities for continuous learning with open minds and transformative spirits. Through our culture, rooted in our values, we will achieve our purpose and ambition.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Licensed Practitioner Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team providing trauma informed nursing & participant support services to vulnerable Calgarians with complex health and social needs. As part of a multidisciplinary, intensive case management team, you will support participants transitioning from acute care to community through advocating for the dignity and voice of participants within the health and social service systems.
You embody a strength-based and client-centered approach, demonstrating openness, non-judgment, and a firm belief in equitable care for all. You possess a deep understanding of the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and their long-lasting effects on health and well-being and recognize that behaviours often stem from unmet needs. You stay focused on providing consistent support, regardless of how individuals present themselves while navigating their journey to well-being. You also champion collaboration, continuous learning, accountability, and dignity—core values we uphold at CUPS.
LOCATION: 1001 10 Ave SW, Calgary, and outreach within the community
REPORTS TO: Team Lead, Clinical Services
CONTRACT TYPE: Term, 18 months
SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday, 40 hours/week
STARTING HOURLY SALARY RATES:
- RN Starting Rate: $40.71 - $42.85
- LPN Starting Rate: $31.97 - $33.55
Key Responsibilities:
On-stie Clinic Duties Include:
- Provide on-going health care in an interdisciplinary team setting to clients with a variety of acute and chronic illnesses/diseases such as mental health and substance use, communicable diseases, and/or general health issues
- Provide trauma informed health care to all patients within the nursing scope of practice as outlined by the CRNA and CLPNA practice standards
- Provide client centered support to clients who use substances, including those seeking education on safe use practices, risk reduction strategies, withdrawal management, stabilization and/or recovery
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, other health care professionals/providers and educational resources to achieve excellence in client-centered care and education
- Use client led, culturally aware, and trauma-informed principles to conduct physical and mental health assessments, identify challenges, and address issues with the plan of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and any other health care services involved
- Provide direct care activities such as assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating and documenting client care as part of the interdisciplinary team and collaborate with other service providers to establish, maintain and enhance therapeutic relationships based on respect.
- Perform delegated and independent nursing functions within the scope of practice as determined by CLPNA / CRNA and CUPS within the individual LPN/RN competence level, as observed by the Clinical Services Team Lead and Manager
- Adapt to staffing needs by supporting coverage for all roles within CUPS (e.g., Primary Care, Prenatal and Family Health, Liver Clinic, OAT, and outreach) when required
Outreach duties include:
- Provide low barrier access to health supports through providing health care in community for CUPS clients
- Provide safe, ethical, competent, culturally aware, and trauma-informed nursing care to clients
- Advocate for clients and support them as they navigate through the health care system and access social supports
- Provide patient-centered care, prioritizing the goals of the client which may include improvement of health, maintaining health, or slowing of disease processes.
- To help clients develop coping strategies and to support their self-advocacy.
- Use of personal vehicle to attend client home/community visits
- Transport clients to appointments when necessary to support health needs and client goals
What you Bring:
- Experience working with people living with the adversity of poverty/homelessness
- Well-developed clinical and physical assessment skills including experience with mental health assessments
- Demonstrated experience navigating health care and social service systems
- Demonstrated interdisciplinary teamwork and patient advocacy skills
- Ability to be self-directed and able to exercise independent nursing judgment
- Understanding of trauma informed care and intergenerational trauma and its effects
- Knowledge of Calgary homeless serving sector and Alberta health system
- Current First Aid & CPR certification
Employment Requirements
- Completion of an accredited nursing education program and
- Active registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA) or College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA)
- 1-5 years of acute-care experience.
- Police/RCMP Background and Vulnerable Sector Check
Working Conditions:
- Exposure to trauma and emotionally complex cases
- May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions
- Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
- Intermittent physical activity including walking, standing, sitting, lifting and supporting patients
CUPS envisions a Calgary where everyone is respected and can live healthy, fulfilling lives. To do this, we’re building a culture of inclusion and belonging, guided by our values and a commitment to truth and reconciliation.
If you're passionate about supporting Calgarians and expanding our impact, we’d love to hear from you. We value lived experience, including from folks who reflect the clients we serve, as much as formal qualifications. For accommodations during the recruitment process, contact [email protected].
Ready to Join Us?
Submit your resume and cover letter, including your salary expectations.
- We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Application question(s):
- Have you included a cover letter with your application? If not, you may upload one before completing your submission. Please indicate your salary expectations for this position.
- What Prompted you to apply to CUPS?
- How many years acute-care or community health setting experience do you have?
- Do you have experience working with individuals facing trauma, emotional complexity, or the challenges of poverty and homelessness?
Licence/Certification:
- Basic First Aid and CPR Certification (required)
- Class 5 Licence (required)
- registration and practice permit with CARNA or CLPNA (required)
Work Location: In person
