Registered Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Redwater; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Redwater delivers nursing care across Emergency, Acute Care and Long Term Care, with emphasis on safe, patient- and family-centered care in a 24-hour setting. RN responsibilities span critical thinking, assessment, and collaboration with the care team.

Provisions include shift work and opportunities for growth into leadership roles within a rural Alberta health network, located about an hour north of Edmonton in Redwater.

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 nursing care across Emergency, Acute Care and Long Term Care.
• Utilize nursing processes with critical thinking and decision making.
• Lead and collaborate with team in a 24-hour ER setting.

Skills

Assessment skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

Accredited nursing education program

CRNA registration eligible

Tools

BCLS-HCP

Job description

Your Opportunity: This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and experienced Registered Nurse who thrives in a fast-paced and multifaceted care environment. Redwater Health Centre encompasses Emergency, Acute Care, and Long-Term Care services, offering a unique and diverse clinical experience. As the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care across all service areas, primarily within the Emergency Department, and must demonstrate flexibility and the ability to do shift work to meet the needs of a 24-hour care setting. You will gain valuable experience working independently and as part of the team, in managing competing priorities and exercising sound clinical judgment in a setting that demands adaptability, collaboration, and professional excellence. If you're looking to advance your nursing career, expand your emergency care expertise, and grow into a charge or leadership role, this position offers the challenge, variety, and professional development you're looking for. Located in the welcoming Town of Redwater, just one hour north of Edmonton, this position combines professional growth with an exceptional quality of life. Enjoy the best of both worlds- small-town community living with access to city amenities. Redwater offers plenty to explore, from golf and an outdoor swimming pool to scenic sand hills perfect for ATV rides, plus a modern multi-use recreation facility. As part of this team, you'll be making a meaningful impact by improving the lives of Albertans and delivering patient- and family-centered care across the lifespan through your work in Emergency, Acute Care, and Long Term Care.

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: Registered Nurse | Union: United Nurses of Alberta | Unit and Program: Emergency, Acute Care, Long Term Care | Primary Location: Redwater Health Centre | Location Details: As Per Location | Multi-Site: At (UNA only) | FTE: 1.00 | Posting End Date: 21-SEP-2026 | Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits | Date Available: 05-OCT-2026 | Temporary End Date: 30-AUG-2027 | Hours per Shift: 11.08 | Length of Shift in weeks: 12 | Shifts per cycle: 40 | 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

• Experience working as a Registered Nurse in Rural Emergency and Acute Care required.
• Excellent assessment and organizational skills with ability to communicate findings clearly, concisely, and accurately.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to changing and fluctuating priorities and workloads.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to identify own learning needs and seek guidance in professional practice where knowledge deficits occur.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of recent experience in Emergency and Acute care is preferred.
• Completion of the following certification preferred: Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (or willingness to complete within the first six months of employment).
• Experience working in a rural setting is an asset.