Registered Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Janvier; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service organization is seeking a Registered Nurse to join their Home Care team in Wabasca, Alberta. Responsibilities include providing nursing services, utilizing critical thinking in patient care, and supporting families. The ideal candidate will have an accredited nursing education, current BCLS certification, and experience in home care is preferred. Competitive salary based on experience, with the potential for growth once fully licensed. Regular full-time position, opportunities for professional development are included.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing education program.
• Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the CRNA.
• Current BCLS-HCP certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide a variety of nursing services to patients and families.
• Utilize nursing processes in critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Support an integrated and holistic approach to patient care.

Skills

Experience in home care

Proficiency in computers

Ability to work independently

Education

Completion of an accredited nursing education program

Active or eligible for registration with CRNA

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification

Job description

Your Opportunity:

Join the Home Care team based in the northern Alberta hamlet of Wabasca. As the largest hamlet in the MD of Opportunity, with a population of 3,300 split between MD residents and Bigstone Cree Nation members, Wabasca is a full-service community offering: Hotels, Gas, RV and Tent Camping, Restaurants, Groceries, Emergency Services, Community Hall, Recreation Centre, Pool, Fitness Centre, 17,500 sq. ft. Gymnasium and Indoor Track, Arena, Library, Scenic Walking and Bike Paths, Horseback Riding, ATV and 4x4ing, Snowmobiling, Boat Launches, Lake and river activities such as swimming, kayaking, and tubing. Fishing (summer and winter). Wildlife viewing and birding. World-class golf at the Eagle Point Golf Course. Numerous outdoor attractions, including: Playgrounds, Ball Diamonds, Tennis Courts Basketball Courts, Spray Park, Skate Park, Outdoor Rinks.

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 of AHS. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $39.58 - $54.16 per hour. Upon obtaining a full licence, 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.

Key Information:

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Wabasca Home Nursing
• Primary Location: Wabasca/Desmarais Comm Health
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 23-FEB-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 05-MAR-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 4
• Shifts per cycle: 19
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $43.26
• Maximum Salary: $59.21
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

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. If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the past five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required prior to employment: CRNA Medication Management (Chapters 1-4): https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/learning-and-development/learning-modules NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification: https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271.

Additional Required Qualifications:

As Required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in home care especially working in a rural community. Proficiency in computers, ability to work independently are important skills for this position.