Assistant Head Nurse - Surgery

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

Job summary

Covenant Health Canada, Grey Nuns Community Hospital in Edmonton, seeks an Assistant Head Nurse (AHN) for Unit 42 Surgery GNCH. This role provides effective clinical leadership, supervises nursing teams, and performs frontline registered nursing duties within UNA collective agreement.

The AHN will foster multidisciplinary learning, demonstrate strong communication, and ensure high-quality patient care. Requires CRNA/CRPNA registration, BLS C, and surgical nursing experience; 0.75 FTE with

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.
• 3 years of recent inpatient surgical nursing experience within last two years.
• 1 year of recent inpatient surgical charge nurse experience.
• Ability to independently take a patient assignment.
• Ability to respond to a code blue or rapid response.
• Demonstrated strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective clinical leadership and supervision.
• Perform frontline Registered Nursing duties as needed.
• Foster team effectiveness and multidisciplinary learning.
• Maintain high quality nursing practice within scope of practice.
• Adhere to UNA collective agreement and hospital policies.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Conflict resolution

Microsoft Office

Education

RN program graduate

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 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.Unit 42 is a 32 bed surgical unit serving over 3000 Albertans per year. The services we have comprise mainly of: General Surgery, Gynecological Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, ENT and Plastic Surgery. Unit 42 is a very busy, acute surgical unit that requires a high functioning team environment.

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 42 Surgery GNCH
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.75
• Posting End Date: 08-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 18-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 18-APR-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 30
• 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 42 Surgery GNCH
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.75
• Posting End Date: 08-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 18-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 18-APR-2027
• Hours per Shift: 11.08
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 30
• 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:

3 years of recent (within the last two years) inpatient surgical nursing experience. 1 year of recent (within last two years) and related inpatient surgical charge nurse experience. Ability to independently take a patient assignment as required. Ability to respond to a code blue or rapid response. Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time (up to 5 hours per 8 hour shift). Ability to lift/transfer up to 30 kg (66 pounds) multiple times per shift, ability to lift 5 kg (8-11 pounds) above shoulder. Demonstrated excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication and priority setting skills. Demonstrated reliability. Able to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Proficient in working within a computerized environment including Microsoft Office and Outlook. Ability to work in a high paced, highly stressful environment and to de-escalate tense situations through strong conflict resolution skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous surgical AHN experience would be an asset.

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.

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