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Registered Nurse

  • AB, Canada
  • Edmonton, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Your Opportunity:

Since 1988, the Grey Nuns Community Hospital has supported southeast Edmonton and the surrounding area with compassionate, full-service care that meets a wide range of health needs. The hospital is conveniently located near transit, parks and shops in the heart of the Mill Woods neighbourhood. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about supporting patients through the critical recovery phase following surgery, you will find purpose here. Our Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) team provides expert, patient-centered care through strong interdisciplinary collaboration, critical thinking and clinical excellence. We are looking for a leader who fosters teamwork, communicates effectively and can confidently navigate complex and changing situations. Your experience will make a meaningful difference in ensuring safe patient transitions, supporting staff development, promoting quality care and living out Covenant Health's Mission, Vision and Values every day. Are you ready to be the difference in health care? Make your impact by delivering quality, compassionate care to people across the province. Join Covenant Health today and help us build a healthier Alberta!

Description:

The Registered Nurse (RN) participates in nursing assessments and interventions, care planning, implementing prescribed treatments, administering medications, evaluating treatments, and monitoring/documenting treatment progress and patient/resident response. Acting as an advocate, coordinator and liaison for the patient/resident, the RN identifies needs and sets priorities in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. The RN facilitates patient/resident and family education and discharge planning, and may be required to act in a charge nurse capacity. The RN is responsible for the provision of care in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the UNA Collective Agreement.

  • Classification:
  • Registered Nurse
  • Union:
  • COV UNA
  • Unit and Program:
  • Recovery Room -Operative Program GNCH
  • Primary Location:
  • Grey Nuns Community Hospital
  • Location Details:
  • As Per Location
  • Multi-Site:
  • At (UNA only)
  • FTE:
  • 0.00
  • Posting End Date:
  • 26-OCT-2026
  • Employee Class:
  • Casual/Relief
  • Date Available:
  • 05-NOV-2026
  • Hours per Shift:
  • 7.75
  • Length of Shift in weeks:
  • Varies
  • Shifts per cycle:
  • Varies
  • Shift Pattern:
  • Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
  • Days Off:
  • Other
  • Minimum Salary:
  • $44.56
  • Maximum Salary:
  • $60.98
  • Vehicle Requirement:
  • Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Graduate of a Registered Nurse program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required. If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, completion of the following free courses are also required: 1) CRNA Medication Administration Certificate - https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/%2Flearning-and-development%2Flearning-modules%2F 2) NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification - https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271#section-0

Additional Required Qualifications:

Recent critical care experience in a high-acuity environment, such as PACU, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Emergency Department (ED), or other acute care setting. Demonstrated experience in a Team Leader and/or Charge Nurse role. Proven leadership experience, including coordinating patient flow, supporting staff, and managing operational priorities. Advanced knowledge and skill in the assessment and management of patients recovering from anesthesia, including airway, respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and pain management concerns. Ability to collaborate effectively within an integrated interdisciplinary team. Demonstrated advanced critical thinking, clinical judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to communicate effectively in a manner that promotes respect, professionalism, and a positive team environment. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Demonstrated proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Outlook, email, scheduling systems, and electronic health records.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a pediatric and/or adult Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) Certification in PeriAnesthesia Nursing. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please attach a resume and cover letter with your application.
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Responsibilities

Assess patients, plan and deliver nursing care, administer prescribed treatments and medications, and monitor and document patient responses during post-anesthesia recovery. Coordinate care and patient flow with the interdisciplinary team, support staff, educate patients and families, and contribute to discharge planning and quality care.

Requirements

Requires graduation from a Registered Nurse program or equivalent, active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta, and Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Level C certification. Candidates also need recent high-acuity critical care experience, team leader or charge nurse experience, advanced post-anesthesia patient care skills, and strong communication, collaboration, and computer skills.

Skills

  • Nursing Assessment
  • Post-Anesthesia Care
  • Critical Care
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Medication Administration
  • Airway Management
  • Respiratory Care
  • Cardiovascular Care
  • Neurological Assessment
  • Pain Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Patient Flow Coordination
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Clinical Judgment
  • Patient and Family Education
  • Electronic Health Records

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Categories

  • Healthcare
  • Management & Leadership

Keywords

  • Registered Nurse
  • Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
  • PACU
  • Recovery Room
  • Critical Care
  • Intensive Care Unit
  • Emergency Department
  • Nursing Assessment
  • Care Planning
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Airway Management
  • Respiratory Care
  • Cardiovascular Care
  • Neurological Assessment
  • Pain Management
  • Team Leader
  • Charge Nurse
  • Patient Flow Coordination
  • Interdisciplinary Team
  • Discharge Planning
  • College of Registered Nurses of Alberta
  • Basic Life Support
  • PeriAnesthesia Nursing
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Scheduling Systems
  • Electronic Health Records

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