Health and Wellness Nurse

RDP; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution, located in Red Deer, is seeking a Health and Wellness Nurse to provide clinical nursing services and health education to the campus community. The role includes maintaining student health records, administering health services, and implementing the institution's immunization program. Candidates should have a strong background in preventative disease management and possess current nursing credentials. This position offers competitive hourly rates along with additional benefits.

Benefits

8% in lieu of vacation and benefits

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Occupational Health or Community Health Nursing.
• Previous Disability Management experience would be an asset.
• Mental Health Nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical nursing services and emergency response to students and staff.
• Implements and maintains the immunization program.
• Develops and promotes wellness initiatives.

Skills

Preventative disease management

Clinical assessment

Emergency response nursing care

Education

Completion of an accredited nursing education program

Current registration with CRNA

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS - HCP)

Occupational Health Nursing certificate (preferred)

Job description

Reporting to the Manager of Health, Safety & Wellness, the Health and Wellness Nurse is responsible for providing clinical nursing services to students, faculty, staff, contractors and visitors in the Health, Safety & Wellness Centre ( HSWC ) on a walk-in or appointment basis.

The Health and Wellness Nurse will disseminate health services information and provide both assistance and educational resources regarding individual health needs; maintain a variety of health records; determine health education/promotion needs and develop action plans; and perform other related duties as assigned.

In collaboration with other members of the Health, Safety & Wellness team, the Health and Wellness Nurse will champion the health, safety and wellness of all students and employees.

Position Responsibilities

Health & Safety

• Provides clinical nursing services to students, faculty, staff, contractors, and visitors within the scope of nursing practice for walk-ins and scheduled appointments.
  • Services include initial nursing assessment, treatment, referrals, follow-up, may assist with the administration of medication, wound care management, sutural removal, first aid for eyes, skin, sprains, strains, burns, etc.
• Provides emergency response nursing care including initial nursing assessments, treatment, referrals and follow up for students, faculty, staff, contractors, and visitors.
• Arranges for emergency transport for students, faculty, staff, contractors, and visitors, when necessary.
• Reports incidents that have resulted in injuries or illness to the RDP Occupational Health and Safety Officer and Workers’ Compensation Board ( WCB ) for students, faculty, and staff.
• Completes and maintains patient care documentation in accordance with licensing body standards, ensuring that all health records are managed in accordance with the Alberta Health Information Act ( HIA ).
• Acts as the liaison with the Alberta Public Access to Defibrillation ( PAD ) Program in conjunction with Alberta Health Services to maintain and inspect the Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) for Red Deer Polytechnic ( RDP ). This includes AEDs located on main campus, in the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre, Residence, and any other facilities as required.
• Ensures that all medical equipment is maintained and in good working condition.
• Coordinates inventory management for medication and supplies necessary to provide medical response and services.
• Liaises with Community Professionals to develop, establish and maintain professional working relationships that will contribute to the Health, Safety & Wellness Centre’s success in serving the needs of RDP learners.
• Collaborates with other members of the Health, Safety & Wellness team to ensure safe work and learning environments for students, faculty, staff, contractors, and visitors.
• Participates in a collaborative manner with other members of the Health, Safety & Wellness team to plan, organize, and implement strategies that promote the health and wellness of RDP students, faculty, and staff. This includes a focus on identification of potential risk factors and preventative strategies.
• Provides students, faculty and staff with education, training, in-classroom resources, and general support regarding medical conditions and appropriate preventative measures. This includes, but is not limited to blood pressure monitoring, nutrition and weight management, alcohol/drugs, STI’s, stress, anxiety, relationship problems, depressions, family issues, grief, self-mutilation, suicidal ideation, self-esteem, etc.
• Develops, promotes, and implements wellness initiatives and communication plans that promote better health outcomes, in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• The Health and Wellness Nurse is an active member of the following Institutional groups:
  • Wellness Committee
  • Counselling & Accessibility Committee
  • CARES Team

Immunization

• Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the RDP immunization program, ensuring that the program adheres to the “Alberta Health Services Standard for Immunization of Post-Secondary Health Care Students and Students in Other High Risk Occupational Programs.” This immunization program will serve the needs of students, faculty, and staff at RDP .
• Liaises with Alberta Health Services ( AHS ) and reviews the immunization requirements of AHS /Public Health/Canadian Disease Control ( CDC ).
• Maintains a comprehensive and accurate record keeping system for all health care students and faculty.
• Ensures all students and faculty’s immunization status meets the legislated requirements for practicum placements and communicates with the Career Education and Experience Development ( CEED ) students who have not met the minimal immunization requirement prior to placement.

Required Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in Occupational Health or Community Health Nursing with a focus of preventative disease management
• Completion of an accredited nursing education program
• Current registration and practice permit with CRNA
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider ( BCLS - HCP ).

Preferred Qualifications

• Occupational Health Nursing certificate preferred
• Previous Disability Management experience would be an asset
• Mental Health Nursing experience
• Experience leading corporate well-being initiatives preferred

Salary or Hourly?

Salary or Hourly? Hourly

Salary Hourly

Benefits and Compensation Information

An additional 8% of the hourly rate in lieu of vacation and benefits.

About Red Deer Polytechnic

Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer Polytechnic ( RDP ) provides more than 80 industry-relevant programs within a breadth of credentials to approximately 6,300 credit and apprenticeship students and 3,400+ learners with Continuing Education programming. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres in advanced manufacturing and energy innovation, the Polytechnic provides applied research opportunities, leadership in the social, economic, and cultural development of Alberta, and myriad lifelong learning opportunities.

Red Deer Polytechnic ( RDP ) is more than a post-secondary institution. It is a community of highly dedicated and skilled faculty, staff, learners, and partners who are making a positive impact on the world around us. Unbound by tradition, we are focused on producing the talent, solutions, and environments needed for Alberta’s economy and society to thrive.

Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another.

Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our polytechnic community .

Competition Number

Competition Number 2025-E-018

Employment Type

Employment Type Casual

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 07/02/2025

Position End Date (if term-certain)

FTE

FTE 0.4FTE

Hours of Work

Hours of Work As needed

Open Date

Open Date 06/17/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Note to Applicant

Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.

To enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta, we value the contributions of individuals with diverse perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, individuals of all sexual orientations, and persons of any gender identity or expression.

Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail] .

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume

Optional Documents