Assistant Head Nurse - Maternal Newborn

Covenant Health Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 87,000; Part time

Job summary

The Assistant Head Nurse (AHN) at Covenant Health’s Grey Nuns Community Hospital in Edmonton leads clinical teams in the Postpartum unit, delivering high-quality, compassionate maternal care.

You will provide direct RN care as needed, supervise staff, promote patient safety, and support multidisciplinary collaboration in a fast-paced obstetrics setting, aligning with Covenant Health values.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Registered Nurse program or recognized equivalent required.
• Active registration with CRNA or CRPNA is required.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective clinical leadership and supervision.
• Perform front line Registered Nursing duties as needed.
• Foster teamwork and multidisciplinary learning; promote safe patient care.

Skills

RN Charge

Leadership

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse program

Job description

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 Alberta’s Top Employers for the past decade with one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, 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. Our Postpartum Units foster the idea of supporting mother newborn dyad, and we are recognized by the Breastfeeding Committee of Canada as a designated Baby Friendly Hospital. This role is in integral part of the team providing support and education to our patients and families. If you are passionate about supporting a diverse patient group with different needs, you will find purpose here. Our team provides comprehensive multidisciplinary assessments, individualized care and tailored treatment to support each patient’s individual journey towards their wellness goal. We are looking for people who can work well in team settings, display strong critical thinking skills and are intrinsically motivated to make a difference in their role. Your care is highly impactful in supporting holistic care, helping others achieve their best self and living out Covenant Health’s core 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!

Description:

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.

• Union: COV UNA
• Unit and Program: Unit 33 Obstetrics GNCH
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.74
• Posting End Date: 23-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Part Time
• Date Available: 02-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 26-APR-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 42
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $46.05
• Maximum Salary: $63.02
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Assistant Head Nurse
• Union: COV UNA
• Unit and Program: Unit 33 Obstetrics GNCH
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.74
• Posting End Date: 23-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Part Time
• Date Available: 02-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 26-APR-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 42
• Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $46.05
• Maximum Salary: $63.02
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

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:

Minimum two years of recent RN Charge experience in Postpartum required. Current NRP certification required. Demonstrated clinical leadership skills, with the ability to provide direct Registered Nursing care as required. Commitment to safe, ethical, quality patient care.Strong critical thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication, de-escalation, and conflict resolution skills.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and foster interdisciplinary teamwork. Commitment to staff development and Covenant Health’s mission, vision, and values.

Preferred Qualifications:

Connect Care training with Stork application.

Hiring Requirements

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

Be the Difference

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people’s lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.

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