LPN Practice

Do Employers Set LPN Scope of Practice?
June 30, 2026 | LPN Practice
Do Employers Set LPN Scope of Practice?

Scope of Practice FAQ Series The College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) frequently receives questions about professional scope of practice. Through our monthly series, we will address many of these questions. Employers define the LPN role in their...

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Evidence-Informed Practice
June 29, 2026 | LPN Practice
Evidence-Informed Practice

Information for Licensed Practical Nurses According to the Standards of Practice for Licensed Practical Nurses in Canada, Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) must maintain evidence-informed knowledge to support critical thinking and professional judgment. The College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta...

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Practice Corner: Can LPNs Perform a Papanicolaou (Pap) test?
June 29, 2026 | LPN Practice
Practice Corner: Can LPNs Perform a Papanicolaou (Pap) test?

Registrants and other interested parties can contact the Professional Practice Team at the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) to receive clarification on Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) practice. In Practice Corner, we’ll share some frequently asked questions and...

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Practice Corner: Does the CLHA Offer Training for Specific Clinical Activities?
May 5, 2026 | LPN Practice
Practice Corner: Does the CLHA Offer Training for Specific Clinical Activities?

Registrants and other interested parties can contact the Professional Practice Team at the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) to receive clarification on Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) practice. In Practice Corner, we’ll share some frequently asked questions and...

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How Will I Know if There Has Been a Change to LPN Regulatory Scope of Practice?
May 5, 2026 | LPN Practice
How Will I Know if There Has Been a Change to LPN Regulatory Scope of Practice?

The College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) frequently receives questions about professional scope of practice. Through our monthly series, we will address many of these questions. Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) will be informed when there have been changes...

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Mentorship in Nursing: Regulatory Considerations for LPNs
May 4, 2026 | LPN Practice
Mentorship in Nursing: Regulatory Considerations for LPNs

Experienced LPNs can support client safety and improved collaboration by acting as leaders and mentors in the workplace. Engaging in these activities is shown to improve client safety and build a culture of safety. Mentorship in nursing can take many...

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Practice Corner: Can LPNs Administer Medications via IV Direct Push?
April 1, 2026 | LPN Practice
Practice Corner: Can LPNs Administer Medications via IV Direct Push?

Registrants and other interested parties can contact the Professional Practice Team at the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) to receive clarification on Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) practice. In Practice Corner, we’ll share some frequently asked questions and...

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What Do Legislation and Regulation Say About LPN Scope of Practice?
April 1, 2026 | LPN Practice
What Do Legislation and Regulation Say About LPN Scope of Practice?

The College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) frequently receives questions about professional scope of practice. Through our monthly series, we will address many of these questions. In last month’s article, we mentioned that Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) scope...

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