Registered Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Redwater; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Alberta seeks a motivated Registered Nurse for Redwater Health Centre. This position emphasizes delivering high-quality patient care in Emergency, Acute Care, and Long-Term Care settings. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong assessment and organizational skills, and adapt swiftly to changing priorities. This role offers potential for leadership growth and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community while living in a vibrant small town.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with emergency/acute care experience.
• Must complete medication management and health assessment courses if out of practice for 5 years.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services while ensuring patient safety.
• Utilize critical thinking and problem-solving in patient care.
• Advocate on behalf of patients and their families.

Skills

Excellent assessment and organizational skills

Ability to communicate findings clearly

Strong interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Adaptability to changing priorities

Verbal and written communication skills

Education

Completion of an accredited nursing education program

Current BCLS-HCP certification

Active or eligible for CRNA registration

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 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.

• 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: 0.50
• Posting End Date: 22-DEC-2025
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 05-JAN-2026
• Hours per Shift: 11.08
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 20
• Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $43.26
• Maximum Salary: $59.21
• 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. 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

Experience working as a Registered Nurse in Emergency/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/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.