Assistant Head Nurse 1957.50

Covenant Health Canada; Edmonton; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Assistant Head Nurse to provide clinical leadership and perform nursing duties. The role requires strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, along with a commitment to ethical patient care. Candidates must have recent surgical nursing experience and be registered with the appropriate nursing authority. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• At least 1.5 years of recent inpatient surgical nursing experience.
• Active registration with CRNA or CRPNA required.

Responsibilities

• Provides effective clinical leadership and supervision.
• Develops a supportive environment for multidisciplinary learning.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Registered Nurse program

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

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Description: The Assistant Head Nurse (AHN) provides effective clinical leadership, functional supervision and, as needed, performs front line Registered Nursing duties. The AHN promotes and models leadership competencies by demonstrating good judgement and critical thinking skills, and developing and maintaining strong nursing practice in the designated scope of practice. The AHN fosters team effectiveness, demonstrating excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, communicating effectively and seeking to resolve staff issues. The AHN develops a supportive environment for multidisciplinary learning. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the UNA Collective Agreement.

• Classification: Assistant Head Nurse 1957.50
• Union: COV UNA
• Unit and Program: 6 East Orthopedics
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.53
• Posting End Date: 20-MAY-2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 30-MAY-2025
• Temporary End Date: 22-DEC-2025
• Hours per Shift: 11.25
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 21
• Shift Pattern: Days, Nights
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $40.52
• Maximum Salary: $53.91
• 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) or College of Registered Psychiatric Nurse of Alberta (CRPNA) is required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

Additional Required Qualifications: At least 1.5 years of recent (within the last two years) and related inpatient surgical nursing experience (general surgery/orthopedic surgery) is required. At least 6 months of recent (within the last year) and related inpatient surgical charge nurse experience is required. Must be able to independently take a patient assignment as required and respond to a code blue or rapid response. Must stand for long periods and walk for extended periods of time shift. Regularly required to lift in excess of ten (10) pounds. Must have excellent problem-solving skills and communication skills (written and verbal). Must be proficient working in a computerized environment including MS Office Suite. Committed to safe, effective and ethical patient care and work practices. Must stand for long periods and walk for extended periods of time shift. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Must have excellent problem-solving skills and communication skills (written and verbal). Committed to safe, effective and ethical patient care and work practices. Must be self-motivated, self-directed and able to implement resolutions with a positive reinforcement style. Ability to work in a fast paced, highly stressful environment. Able to deescalate situations and have strong conflict resolution skills. Ability to participate as an effective member of and lead the multidisciplinary team.