Original job description
Your Opportunity:
If you are a Registered Nurse (RN) looking to enhance your skill set and become specialized in the care of acute neuroscience patients, look no further! Neurosciences units at University of Alberta Hospital is one of a kind within Alberta Health Services that provides specialized care that includes the management of acute strokes, brain injuries, brain tumors, spinal cord injuries and other neurological issues. This is a RN float position and the acute neuroscience/neurosurgery RN works to full scope of practice providing nursing care for patients and families. This is done within a team-forward environment that prides itself in the multidisciplinary collaboration amongst NP’s, LPN’s, HCA’s, MD’s, OT, PT, and SW, dietician and pharmacist. As such, a strong commitment to teamwork is reflected in our daily practice which relies on excellent inter-professional communication. Neurosciences ward units provide advancement opportunities including care required during insertion and/or management of drains, acute management of patients experiencing a stroke, spinal cord injuries and/or other acute neurological issues.
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 (2022.75) Union: United Nurses of Alberta Unit and Program: Neuroscience Unit 4G4 Stroke Primary Location: U of A Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: At (UNA only) FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 15-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 02-NOV-2026 Temporary End Date: 30-APR-2028 Hours per Shift: 11.63 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 40 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:
Physical capability to perform all aspects of the role, including lifting, pulling and pushing up to 50 lbs. Basic computer skills required. Strong leadership and critical thinking skills, demonstrated by the ability to direct other healthcare workers, problem solve and escalate clinical concerns in a timely and appropriate manner. Strong communication and organizational skills. Commitment to patient and family-centered care. Demonstrated ability to maintain collaborative working relationships with patients, families, and team members. Successful applicants will undergo Neuroscience Orientation classes to enter the program. 1 to 2 years of Neuroscience experience within the last 5 years. Experience managing post-operative neurosurgical patients, spinal sign assessments, and complex stroke patients.
Preferred Qualifications:
1 to 2 years of Acute Care experience preferred. Connect care related experience preferred. Charge Nurse experience preferred within the last 2-3 years.
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Responsibilities
Provide safe, quality nursing care to acute neuroscience patients and their families, including patients with strokes, brain injuries, tumors, spinal cord injuries, and other neurological conditions. Use nursing processes and clinical judgment to assess and support patients, educate and advocate for families, and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team.
Requirements
Requires completion of an accredited nursing education program, active or eligible registration and a practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta, and current BCLS-HCP certification. Applicants need 1–2 years of recent neuroscience experience, relevant neurosurgical and complex stroke care experience, physical ability to lift, pull, and push up to 50 pounds, and strong communication, leadership, critical-thinking, and organizational skills.
Skills
- Nursing Care
- Acute Neuroscience Care
- Stroke Management
- Neurosurgical Patient Care
- Spinal Cord Injury Care
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient and Family-Centered Care
- Leadership
- Interprofessional Communication
- Teamwork
- Clinical Escalation
- Organizational Skills
- Basic Computer Skills
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Registered Nurse
- College of Registered Nurses of Alberta
- CRNA
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- BCLS-HCP
- Acute Neuroscience
- Neurosurgery
- Stroke Management
- Brain Injuries
- Brain Tumors
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Neurological Care
- Post-Operative Care
- Spinal Sign Assessments
- Complex Stroke Patients
- Patient and Family-Centered Care
- Nursing Process
- Clinical Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Patient Advocacy
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Clinical Escalation
- Connect Care
- Drain Management
- Charge Nurse
