Registered Nurse

Covenant Health Canada; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and growth opportunities

Inclusive teams

Job summary

Covenant Health in Lethbridge is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Post Acute Rehab Program at St. Michael's Health Centre. You will participate in assessments, care planning, and coordinating treatment in a supportive, faith-based team.

The role requires active CRNA registration, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to educate patients and families. Provide continuity of care in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Registered Nurse program must be licensed/registered in Alberta.
• Active CRNA registration required.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Participate in nursing assessments and care planning.
• Administer medications and evaluate treatments.
• Provide education to patients and families and assist in discharge planning.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse program graduate

CRNA registration active

Tools

EHR (Connect Care)

Job description

St. Michael’s Health Centre offers compassionate continuing care to individuals with diverse needs in a warm, homelike setting. Our specialized programs support post-acute recovery following strokes, surgeries, or accidents, as well as individualized day programs designed to meet physical, social, and memory-related needs.We are committed to holistic care, with a strong emphasis on spiritual care, dementia support, and supported living. Our comprehensive services include post-acute rehabilitation, complex mental health care, dementia care, level 2 supported living, palliative care, and long-term care. Discover meaningful career opportunities at St. Michael’s Health Centre in Lethbridge and join our mission of excellence in Catholic healthcare.

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
• Union: COV UNA
• Unit and Program: Post Acute Rehab Program
• Primary Location: St. Michael's Health Centre
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 19-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 29-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 30-JUN-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 4
• Shifts per cycle: 19
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $44.56
• Maximum Salary: $60.98
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: COV UNA
• Unit and Program: Post Acute Rehab Program
• Primary Location: St. Michael's Health Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 19-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 29-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 4
• Shifts per cycle: 19
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $44.56
• Maximum Salary: $60.98
• 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%2F2) NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification - https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271#section-0

Additional Required Qualifications:

Minimum of 2 years of experience in a rehabilitation or acute care setting. Strong knowledge of post-acute rehabilitation principles, including strategies for managing recovery from surgery, injury, or illness. Excellent clinical assessment and critical thinking skills. Ability to develop and implement individualized care plans in a collaborative environment. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to educate and support patients and families. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Physically able to complete all demanding aspects of patient/resident care and transport, e.g. walking, standing, bending, lifting, assuming awkward positions and standing for long durations of time. Must be able to understand written and verbal directions in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certification in Rehabilitation Nursing or related specialty (e.g., Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN)). Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems, such as Connect Care. Advanced training in pain management, wound care, and other aspects of post-acute rehabilitation. Knowledge of Alberta’s healthcare regulations and best practices related to post-acute care. Charge Nurse experience preferred.

Hiring Requirements

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

Be the Difference

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.

Covenant Zone, Lethbridge, St. Michael's Health Centre