Registered Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Red Deer is seeking an Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN) to provide primary care to critically ill patients in a newly renovated 20-bed ICU. You will collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, pharmacists and social workers to deliver high-quality care.

The role emphasizes leadership in holistic patient care, safety, education and family support, with opportunities to advance practice as you gain experience.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families and communities.
• Utilize nursing processes with critical thinking, problem solving and decision making.
• Teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families.
• Lead in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care.

Skills

ACLS asset

BCLS-HCP

Computer skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Shift work

Education

Accredited nursing education program

CRNA registration eligibility

Job description

Your Opportunity

The Red Deer Regional Hospital Intensive Care Unit is a newly renovated 20 bed unit offering a wide variety of nursing services to patients and families in the critical care setting. The ICU Registered Nurse (RN) acts as a primary caregiver to these patients and families while working collaboratively with physicians, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, pharmacists, and social workers. If you are motivated by improving best practices, a challenging work environment, and providing excellent patient care, the Intensive Care Unit may be for you!

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.

Classification and Details

• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Intensive Care Unit
• Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.75
• Posting End Date: 21-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 01-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 11.08
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 30
• Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
• 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

• The successful candidate will possess minimum: 2 years acute care Medical/surgical experience and/or ICU experience.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Proven competence in relevant technical nursing skills.
• Demonstrated responsibility to maintaining own continuing competence and willingness to learn new skills through Professional Development activities.
• ACLS certification would be considered an asset; however, training will be provided to the ideal candidate.
• Ability to work shifts and meet the physical requirement of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Baccalaureate degree is preferred; however, skills and experience relevant to nursing practice will be considered.