Licensed practical nurses in Red Deer

The employment outlook will be Good for licensed practical nurses (NOC 32101) in the Red Deer region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Alberta’s growing population and a national shortage are contributing to demand for this occupation. 
• In 2025, Alberta increased total health spending to $28 billion, marking a 5.4% rise from the previous year.
• Ongoing healthcare needs and retirements continue to support steady demand across the sector.
• However, growth in new positions is expected to be scaled back, as budget constraints and staffing pressures affect hiring capacity.

Here are some key facts about licensed practical nurses in the Red Deer region:

• Approximately 460 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Licensed practical nurses mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 62%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 38%