Assistant Head Nurse - Ortho 6W MCH

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

Job summary

Covenant Health Canada invites applications for the Assistant Head Nurse role on the Misericordia Community Hospital 6 West Orthopedics unit. You will provide clinical leadership, mentor staff, and ensure high-quality patient care in a fast-paced setting.

The position emphasizes teamwork, conflict resolution, and effective communication, with a strong focus on safety, ethics, and ongoing professional development for the multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Registered Nurse program; active CRNA/CRPNA registration; Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C).

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical leadership as Assistant Head Nurse; supports frontline nursing duties as needed.
• Supervises, mentors and coordinates care within the 6 West Orthopedics unit.
• Manages patient assignments and responds to emergencies (code blue, rapid response).

Education

RN degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

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 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 opening its doors in 1969, the Misericordia Community Hospital has offered both professional development opportunities and the ease of urban living. This full-service hospital provides specialized care through units like emergency, surgery and neonatal intensive care—supporting the holistic wellbeing of individuals and families across the city and beyond. Our Orthopaedic Unit (6 West) is a 28-bed, fast-paced acute care unit within the Surgical Program. As a member of this team, you will have the opportunity to provide high‑quality care to a diverse group of patients and families. Our unit specializes in the management of acute orthopaedic patients—including trauma, joint reconstruction, and complex surgical cases—while also supporting all surgical services at the site. This role is an integral part of our care team, providing leadership, mentorship, and educationto patients, families, and colleagues. Team members on 6 West work in a strong interdisciplinary environment that values collaboration, clinical excellence, and continual learning. The unit offers an ideal opportunity for individuals seeking to develop advanced assessment skills, enhance surgical nursing expertise, and thrive in a supportive yet high‑acuity setting. 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 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.

Job Details

• Classification: Assistant Head Nurse 1957.50
• Union: COV UNA
• Unit and Program: 6 West Orthopedics MCH
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 18-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 28-SEP-2026
• Hours per Shift: 11.25
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 40
• Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $46.05
• Maximum Salary: $63.02
• 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

Minimum three (2) years of recent inpatient surgical nursing experience (general/orthopedic surgery) within the last two years. Minimum one (1) year of recent charge nurse experience in an inpatient surgical setting within the last two years. Ability to independently manage patient assignments and respond to emergencies (e.g., code blue, rapid response). Physically able to stand and walk for extended periods and regularly lift over 10 pounds. Proficient in computerized environments, including MS Office Suite. Flexible, tactful, and skilled in conflict resolution with a positive leadership style. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Self-motivated, solution-oriented, and effective in problem-solving. Committed to safe, ethical, and effective patient care. Effective team participant and leader in multidisciplinary settings. Excellent organizational and decision-making abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Recent Assistant Head Nurse experience would be considered an asset.