Registered Nurse

Alberta Health Services; City of Cold Lake; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Cold Lake, Alberta, is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver patient- and family-centered care within the Long-Term Care program. The role emphasizes leadership, wound care, and collaborative practice across a multi-site UNA setting.

Provisional Permit holders are paid $40.76 to $55.79 per hour, with adjustments upon full practice permit. Posting ends 23-OCT-2026; start date available 07-DEC-2026. This is a temporary part-time position (0.84 FTE) with shift rotations.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing education program.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years in Seniors Health, Acute Care, or clinical nursing.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a charge nurse role, with proven leadership and decision-making skills in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations.
• Utilize nursing processes with critical thinking, problem solving and decision making.
• Teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families.
• Provide safe, high quality patient and family centered care in collaboration with the healthcare team.

Skills

Wound care management

Charge nurse leadership

Critical thinking

Education

CRNA registration eligibility

Job description

Imagine Living and Thriving in a City with the Heart of a Small Town Exciting Opportunity for a Registered Nurse in Cold Lake, Alberta Are you passionate about providing patient- and family-centered care? Are you looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a balanced lifestyle? Cold Lake could be your new home! We are currently seeking a Registered Nurse to join our dedicated healthcare team. This position is ideal for a compassionate and skilled professional who values community connection, collaborative care, and personal growth. Why Choose Cold Lake? Nestled beside Alberta’s seventh-largest lake, Cold Lake offers a unique blend of natural beauty and vibrant city living. With a population of over 20,000, we offer the amenities of a city while maintaining the welcoming atmosphere of a small town. Cold Lake is a four-season destination, with endless recreational opportunities including boating, fishing, hiking, skiing, and more. It’s also home to 4 Wing Cold Lake, Canada’s busiest fighter base, and supported by strong industries in tourism, oil and gas, and agriculture. Whether you're exploring nature, building your career, or connecting with a close-knit community, Cold Lake is a place where you can truly thrive.

Description:

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values.PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 to $55.79 per hour. Upon obtaining a full practice permit, the rate of pay will be adjusted to the applicable Registered Nurse rate in accordance with UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii), as applicable.

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Long-Term Care
• Primary Location: Cold Lake Hlthcare/Mental Hlth
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.84
• Posting End Date: 23-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 07-DEC-2026
• Temporary End Date: 07-JUN-2028
• Length of Shift in weeks: 4
• Shifts per cycle: 16
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $44.56
• Maximum Salary: $60.98
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Long-Term Care
• Primary Location: Cold Lake Hlthcare/Mental Hlth
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.84
• Posting End Date: 23-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 07-DEC-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 4
• Shifts per cycle: 16
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $44.56
• Maximum Salary: $60.98
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Completion of an accredited nursing education program.Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA).Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification.

Additional Required Qualifications

Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years in Seniors Health, Acute Care, or clinical nursing. Demonstrated experience and competency in wound care management. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a charge nurse role, with proven leadership and decision-making skills in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Case management experience is preferred.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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