Registered Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Town of Cardston; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority is looking for a Registered Nurse to provide diverse nursing services in Cardston. You will utilize critical thinking and leadership skills to ensure quality patient care in a busy environment. Required qualifications include an accredited nursing program completion, CRNA registration eligibility, and relevant certifications. The position offers a salary range from $43.26 to $59.21 per hour, accommodating various shifts.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for registration with CRNA.
• Minimum one year Emergency Room experience preferred.
• Demonstrate commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients.
• Play a leadership role in supporting patient care and health promotion.
• Ensure safety and well-being of patients during care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Team communication

Organization

Prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Education

Completion of accredited nursing education program

Current BCLS-HCP certification

CRNA License for 1 year

Tools

IV certification

Defibrillation certification

BGM certification

Job description

Overview

Your Opportunity: Nestled in the rolling foothills of southwest Alberta lies the quaint little town/county of Cardston. Just 30 minutes from the majestic Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, Cardston is the only town that intersects both the Cowboy Trail and Canada's historic Mormon Trail. Rich in First Nations culture, pioneer heritage, cowboy tradition, and performing arts, Cardston makes a hospitable hub from which to experience southwest Alberta and Glacier National Park just across the border in Montana. If you enjoy an authentic experience, we invite you to saddle up and come to Cardston, a place for adventure, a place to come together, a place to remember!

Position Summary

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.

Details

• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Emergency Room / Acute care
• Primary Location: Cardston Health Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 31-OCT-2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 10-NOV-2025
• Temporary End Date: 10-MAY-2026
• Hours per Shift: 11.08, 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 4
• Shifts per cycle: 19
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, 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 Psychiatric 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

Current certification for IV, defibrillation, and BGM. Demonstrates ability to work in a highly acute, very busy multi-disciplinary setting. Minimum one-year Emergency Room experience preferred. Must demonstrate organization, prioritization, and critical-thinking skills. The successful applicant will assume unit leadership and charge responsibilities consistent with their level of experience. Evidence of integrity, initiative and sound judgment. Demonstrate commitment to professional development. Ability to function effectively in a team environment. Excellent interpersonal and team communication skills. Demonstrate accountability for own practice. Must be committed to promoting a positive work environment. Must possess strong communication/interpersonal skills. Knowledge and skills relating to complex discharge planning. Holds Current CRNA License for 1 year

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred ACLS, TNCC, and rural experience.