Registered Nurse

Covenant Health; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Edmonton seeks a Registered Nurse to join the Surgical Program team. The role involves providing compassionate care in a fast-paced surgical unit, participating in assessments, treatment implementation, and patient education. Candidates should have a Registered Nurse program education and registration with CRNA. Additional qualifications in acute inpatient care and excellent interpersonal skills are required.

Qualifications

• Active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) required.
• One year of recent adult acute inpatient experience preferred.
• Two years of recent adult acute inpatient surgical/orthopedic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in nursing assessments and interventions.
• Implement prescribed treatments and administer medications.
• Facilitate patient and family education and discharge planning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Critical thinking skills

Assessment skills

Organizational skills

Education

Registered Nurse program

Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C)

CRNA Medication Administration Certificate

NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification

Job description

Your Opportunity

Your Opportunity :

As a member of the Surgical Program team, you will have an opportunity to participate in providing care to a diverse group of patients and families. 5 East is a fast-paced surgical unit that supports all surgical services at the site, this includes urology, gynecology, plastics, general surgery, ow intensity orthopedic surgery and medicine off-service patients. As a Registered nurse on 5 East provides safe and compassionate care in a learning environment. This role is an integral part of our care team providing leadership, mentorship and education to patients, families and colleagues.

Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) participates in nursing assessments and interventions, care planning, implementing prescribed treatments, administering medications, evaluating treatments, and monitoring / documenting treatment progress and patient / resident response. Acting as an advocate, coordinator and liaison for the patient / resident, the RN identifies needs and sets priorities in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. The RN facilitates patient / resident and family education and discharge planning, and may be required to act in a charge nurse capacity. The RN is responsible for the provision of care in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the UNA Collective Agreement.

• Classification : Registered Nurse 1957.50
• Union : COV UNA
• Unit and Program : MCH 5 East, Surgery
• Primary Location : Misericordia Community Hosp
• Location Details : As Per Location
• Multi-Site : At (UNA only)
• FTE : 1.00
• Posting End Date : 17-MAR-2025
• Employee Class : Regular Full Time
• Date Available : 27-MAR-2025
• Hours per Shift : 11.25
• Length of Shift in weeks : 12
• Shifts per cycle : 40
• Shift Pattern : Days, Nights, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off : As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary : $39.21
• Maximum Salary : $51.46
• 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) required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required. If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, completion of the following free courses are also required : 1) CRNA Medication Administration Certificate - https : / / connect.nurses.ab.ca / home / %2Flearning-and-development%2Flearning-modules%2F 2) NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification - https : / / courses.nextgenu.org / course / view.php?id=271#section-0 PLEASE NOTE : This posting is scheduled to close at 23 : 59 of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within this unit / program / office expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23 : 59 on the 5th calendar day following the posting date, under LOU #25. In the event that no Regular Employee from this unit / program / office expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of Article 14 : Promotions, Transfers and Vacancies. Please be advised this posting may be used to fill multiple identical vacancies arising as a result of the administration of the Trial of Modified Posting Provisions.

Additional Required Qualifications

One year of recent (within the last 2 years) of adult acute inpatient experience and / or a recent successful preceptorship in surgical / orthopaedic may be considered (within the last 2 years). Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills. Proven problem solving and critical thinking skills. Excellent assessment and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of recent (within 3 years) of adult acute inpatient surgical / orthopedic experience required. Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC) Line education an asset. Negative pressure wound therapy education as asset. Inpatient Connect Care trained. Charge trained.