Registered Nurse
- AB, Canada
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
Temporary
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The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of comprehensive patient and family centered care on an acute surgical unit in accordance with the UAH and AHS policy and procedures. The 3D3 Plastic Surgery unit is responsible for providing staffing to a 21 adult bed unit consisting of plastic/reconstructive, burn patients, and other off service surgery and medicine patients. We strive to provide quality care to patients received from the operating room, emergency department, intensive care unit, directly from home, surgery clinics in addition to caring for patients received from other departments within the hospital from time to time. Decisions are made in a collaborative multidisciplinary team environment. The RN is expected to participate in quality improvement initiatives; supporting and maintaining high-quality patient care strategies within the surgery program.
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: Unit 3D3 - Surgery Program Primary Location: U of A Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: At (UNA only) FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 26-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 05-NOV-2026 Temporary End Date: 01-NOV-2027 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:
Must have a minimum of one year of plastics, acute care, or general surgery. Fully charge-trained, must be flexible and adaptable to work in a fast paced and changing environment. CPR must be current. N95 fit tested. MyLearningLink modules must be up to date or in progress. Connect Care trained. Must be able to work to full scope of practice and have all required clinical competencies up to date. Successful applicant will be held accountable to their professional practice. Ability to lift 25-50 pounds, must not have current activity restrictions, such as pulling, pushing, reaching, carrying and bending. Note: Rotation subject to change.
Preferred Qualifications:
Current IV therapy, Pre-op/Post-op care protocols, Central line/PICC care, Ostomy care, basic surgical wound/drain care, complex wound care and negative pressure wounds (VAC dressing), NG tube insertion and management. Strong patient teaching skills.
The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of comprehensive patient and family centered care on an acute surgical unit in accordance with the UAH and AHS policy and procedures. The 3D3 Plastic Surgery unit is responsible for providing staffing to a 21 adult bed unit consisting of plastic/reconstructive, burn patients, and other off service surgery and medicine patients. We strive to provide quality care to patients received from the operating room, emergency department, intensive care unit, directly from home, surgery clinics in addition to caring for patients received from other departments within the hospital from time to time. Decisions are made in a collaborative multidisciplinary team environment. The RN is expected to participate in quality improvement initiatives; supporting and maintaining high-quality patient care strategies within the surgery program.
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: Unit 3D3 - Surgery Program Primary Location: U of A Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: At (UNA only) FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 26-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 05-NOV-2026 Temporary End Date: 01-NOV-2027 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:
Must have a minimum of one year of plastics, acute care, or general surgery. Fully charge-trained, must be flexible and adaptable to work in a fast paced and changing environment. CPR must be current. N95 fit tested. MyLearningLink modules must be up to date or in progress. Connect Care trained. Must be able to work to full scope of practice and have all required clinical competencies up to date. Successful applicant will be held accountable to their professional practice. Ability to lift 25-50 pounds, must not have current activity restrictions, such as pulling, pushing, reaching, carrying and bending. Note: Rotation subject to change.
Preferred Qualifications:
Current IV therapy, Pre-op/Post-op care protocols, Central line/PICC care, Ostomy care, basic surgical wound/drain care, complex wound care and negative pressure wounds (VAC dressing), NG tube insertion and management. Strong patient teaching skills.
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Responsibilities
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive patient- and family-centered care for adult surgical patients, including plastic surgery, reconstructive, and burn patients. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, support quality improvement initiatives, and educate and advocate for patients and families.
Requirements
Applicants must complete an accredited nursing education program, be registered or eligible for a practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta, and hold current BCLS-HCP certification. At least one year of plastics, acute care, or general surgery experience is required, along with charge training, current CPR, N95 fit testing, Connect Care training, up-to-date clinical competencies, and the ability to meet the role's physical demands.
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Care Planning
- Patient-Centered Care
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Patient and Family Education
- Patient Advocacy
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Quality Improvement
- Plastic Surgery Nursing
- Acute Care
- General Surgery
- Wound Care
- IV Therapy
- Charge Nursing
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- Healthcare
Keywords
- Registered Nurse
- Plastic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
- Burn Care
- Acute Care
- General Surgery
- Patient Assessment
- Care Planning
- Patient-Centered Care
- Multidisciplinary Team
- Quality Improvement
- College of Registered Nurses of Alberta
- BCLS-HCP
- CPR
- N95 Fit Testing
- Connect Care
- IV Therapy
- Preoperative Care
- Postoperative Care
- Central Line Care
- PICC Care
- Ostomy Care
- Surgical Wound Care
- Complex Wound Care
- Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
- NG Tube Management
- Patient Teaching
- Charge Training