Assistant Head Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Alberta Health Services as an Assistant Head Nurse at the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital. You will lead nursing staff, oversee patient care, and ensure quality healthcare delivery in a supportive environment. Enjoy a competitive salary, a Remote Retention Allowance, and the opportunity to make a difference in a vibrant community.

Benefits

Remote Retention Allowance up to $3,000 annually

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Active or eligible registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staff assignments and patient flow.
• Provide frontline nursing care as needed.
• Promote quality patient care and operational priorities.

Skills

Clinical Resource

Patient Care

Advocacy

Education

Completion of an accredited nursing program

Active or eligible registration with CRNA

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider

Job description

Your Opportunity:

The city of Grande Prairie, located in northwest Alberta, offers something for everyone! As a growing city with nearly 70,000 residents, it features a state-of-the-art recreation facility, numerous parks and golf courses, a vibrant arts and culture community, live theatre, and diverse dining and shopping options. The new Grande Prairie Regional Hospital (GPRH) serves as a healthcare hub for the North Zone, providing advanced cancer care, increased bed capacity, and a robust referral center, serving nearly 400,000 Albertans. Join us to deliver excellence in care alongside passionate professionals in a welcoming northern Alberta community, where you can expand your horizons and enjoy the natural beauty of the North. We offer a competitive pay rate and a Remote Retention Allowance of up to $3,000 annually, payable hourly for all hours paid at the basic rate.

Description:

As an Assistant Head Nurse, you will oversee staff assignments, patient flow, and serve as a role model, clinical resource, and advocate for nursing staff. You will provide frontline nursing care as needed and lead efforts in promoting quality patient care and operational priorities. Your expertise, clinical experience, and judgment will help resolve complex healthcare issues across various levels, including patient care, interprofessional teams, and administrative bodies. You will play a vital role in ensuring safe, quality, patient- and family-centered care aligned with AHS's shared vision and values.

Additional Details:

• Location: Grande Prairie Regional Hospital, Unit 22 - Surgery
• FTE: 0.63
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings
• Salary Range: $40.52 - $53.91 per hour
• Posting End Date: 02-JUN-2025
• Available: 12-JUN-2025
• Temporary End Date: 12-DEC-2025

Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited nursing program
• Active or eligible registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA)
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP)

Note: This posting may close earlier if a regular employee from the unit expresses interest by the 5th day after the posting date. It may also be used to fill multiple similar vacancies arising from modified posting provisions.