Original job description
Your Opportunity:
Unit 32 is an acute medical unit where holistic palliative care, patient/family support and education, bereavement counseling, and Oncology related Nursing care feature predominately. A candidate who can work effectively within an inter-disciplinary team to provide family focused Nursing care is required. This environment is suitable for candidates who have leadership experience and should have current experience with palliative care and Oncology. “ If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required: CRNA Medication Administration Certificate (https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/%2Flearning-and-development%2Flearning-modules%2F) and the NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification (https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271#section-0) “
Description:
As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 to $55.79 per hour. Upon obtaining a full practice permit, the rate of pay will be adjusted to the applicable Registered Nurse rate in accordance with UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii), as applicable.
Classification: Registered Nurse Union: United Nurses of Alberta Unit and Program: Unit 32, Oncology/Palliative Care Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: At (UNA only) FTE: 0.74 Posting End Date: 05-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 15-OCT-2026 Temporary End Date: 30-SEP-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 4 Shifts per cycle: 14 Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $44.56 Maximum Salary: $60.98 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Baccalaureate Degree is preferred. Basic computer skills. Good communication skills and the ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships. Must be able to work in a collaborative care setting. Current Oncology/Palliative care experience required. Competence in relevant technical Nursing skills and a willingness to learn new skills as required. Demonstrated ongoing responsibility for maintaining own continuing competence through professional development activities. Ability to work shift work. Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. An excellent attendance record. Certification in Oncology and/or Palliative care is preferred. Please note All Acute Care, Continuing Care, Mental Health and Public Health RN applications require a cover letter and current resume outlining experience and abilities relevant to the position. As resumes are not kept on file, a cover letter and resume are essential to determine candidates selected for interview.
Preferred Qualifications:
As Required.
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Responsibilities
Provide safe, quality nursing care to patients and families in an acute medical unit focused on oncology and palliative care. Use nursing processes and sound clinical judgment to educate, counsel, advocate for patients, and support an integrated, holistic approach to care.
Requirements
Applicants must have completed an accredited nursing education program, be active or eligible for a CRNA practice permit, and hold current BCLS-HCP certification; current oncology or palliative care experience is required. A bachelor's degree and oncology or palliative care certification are preferred, along with effective communication, collaborative practice, continuing professional development, and the ability to work shifts and meet the role's physical demands.
Skills
- Palliative Care
- Oncology Nursing
- Patient- and Family-Centered Care
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Nursing Assessment
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Patient Education
- Counseling
- Patient Advocacy
- Leadership
- Communication
- Basic Computer Skills
- Medication Administration
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Registered Nurse
- Acute Medical Unit
- Oncology
- Palliative Care
- Holistic Care
- Patient- and Family-Centered Care
- Interdisciplinary Team
- Nursing Process
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Clinical Decision Making
- Patient Education
- Counseling
- Patient Advocacy
- Bereavement Counseling
- CRNA Registration
- BCLS-HCP Certification
- Medication Administration
- Health Assessment
- Continuing Competence
- Professional Development
- Shift Work
