Registered Nurse
- AB, Canada
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- Minimum 1 year surgical or acute care nursing experience and/or a successful completion of surgical preceptorship within the last year is required.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Your Opportunity:
Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our team is what makes us special. As one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies and recognized as one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we offer a workplace where you can grow, feel supported and make a meaningful difference. 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. The Surgery Float pool supports both Units 41 and 42. Both units are high acuity, high patient turnover and high intensity. Both units provide an equally challenging environment working alongside supportive teams. Unit 41 is the inpatient unit for the Northern Alberta Vascular Centre specializing in vascular surgery. The patient population also consists of general surgery, orthopedics and plastics. Unit 42 is the main inpatient unit for general surgery, gynecological surgery, orthopedics, plastics and ENT. Both teams strive to provide the best in patient care with a focus on engaging both patients and family in care delivery.
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.
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:
Minimum 1 year surgical or acute care nursing experience and/or a successful completion of surgical preceptorship within the last year is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Inpatient surgical experience within the last 2 years would be an asset.
Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our team is what makes us special. As one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies and recognized as one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we offer a workplace where you can grow, feel supported and make a meaningful difference. 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. The Surgery Float pool supports both Units 41 and 42. Both units are high acuity, high patient turnover and high intensity. Both units provide an equally challenging environment working alongside supportive teams. Unit 41 is the inpatient unit for the Northern Alberta Vascular Centre specializing in vascular surgery. The patient population also consists of general surgery, orthopedics and plastics. Unit 42 is the main inpatient unit for general surgery, gynecological surgery, orthopedics, plastics and ENT. Both teams strive to provide the best in patient care with a focus on engaging both patients and family in care delivery.
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:
- Surgery Float Pool GNCH
- Primary Location:
- Grey Nuns Community Hospital
- Location Details:
- As Per Location
- Multi-Site:
- At (UNA only)
- FTE:
- 0.53
- Posting End Date:
- 29-OCT-2026
- Temporary Employee Class:
- Temp P/T Benefits
- Date Available:
- 01-DEC-2026
- Temporary End Date:
- 10-JAN-2028
- Hours per Shift:
- 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks:
- 4
- Shifts per cycle:
- 10
- Shift Pattern:
- Days, Nights, Weekends
- Days Off:
- As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary:
- $44.56
- Maximum Salary:
- $60.98
- Vehicle Requirement:
- Not Applicable
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:
Minimum 1 year surgical or acute care nursing experience and/or a successful completion of surgical preceptorship within the last year is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Inpatient surgical experience within the last 2 years would be an asset.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Conduct nursing assessments, plan and deliver patient care, administer prescribed treatments and medications, and monitor and document patient responses. Advocate for patients, coordinate care with the multidisciplinary team, support patient and family education and discharge planning, and potentially serve as charge nurse.
Requirements
Requires graduation from a Registered Nurse program or recognized equivalent, active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta, and Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Level C certification. Requires at least one year of surgical or acute care nursing experience, or successful completion of a surgical preceptorship within the past year; recent inpatient surgical experience is an asset.
Skills
- Nursing Assessment
- Patient Care
- Care Planning
- Treatment Implementation
- Medication Administration
- Treatment Evaluation
- Patient Monitoring
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Advocacy
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient and Family Education
- Discharge Planning
- Surgical Nursing
- Acute Care Nursing
- Vascular Surgery
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Categories
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Registered Nurse
- Nursing Assessment
- Nursing Interventions
- Care Planning
- Medication Administration
- Patient Monitoring
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Advocacy
- Multidisciplinary Team
- Patient Education
- Family Education
- Discharge Planning
- Charge Nurse
- Surgical Nursing
- Acute Care
- Vascular Surgery
- General Surgery
- Orthopedics
- Plastic Surgery
- Gynecological Surgery
- ENT
- Basic Life Support
- CRNA Registration
- Health Assessment
- UNA Collective Agreement