Registered Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Town of Vegreville; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Vegreville is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Vegreville Care Centre team. You will assess, coordinate and deliver nursing care, supervise staff, and advocate for residents within a continuing care setting.

The role requires CRNA registration, an accredited nursing program, and BCLS-HCP certification, with a focus on safe, patient‑centered practice and collaboration with families and the care team.

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

• Assess, coordinate, and participate in the delivery of comprehensive nursing care.
• Teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of residents and families.
• Supervise LPNs, HCAs and support staff in a continuing care setting.
• Provide safe, high‑quality care in alignment with nursing practice standards.

Skills

RN experience

Critical thinking

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Education

Accredited nursing education program

Tools

Connect Care

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our nursing team at Vegreville Care Centre, a cottage‑style facility consisting of five cottages, including four non‑secure units and one secure unit, with 12 residents per cottage. Built in 2008, the facility offers 60 private beds and is designed to support resident comfort and well‑being, with features including private bathrooms and showers, spacious living areas, and a full lift track system to promote safety and dignity in care.As a Registered Nurse in this role, you will assess, coordinate, and participate in the delivery of comprehensive nursing care using critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making. You will also teach, counsel, and advocate on behalf of residents and their families. In this position, you are responsible and accountable for providing safe, high‑quality care in accordance with CRNA nursing practice standards. You will supervise LPNs, HCAs, and support staff while contributing to an integrated, holistic approach to care delivery within a continuing care environment.Working in Continuing Care at Vegreville Care Centre offers a rewarding opportunity to practice to your full scope as a Registered Nurse while making a meaningful difference in a close‑knit community. Vegreville, located 102 km east of Edmonton, is a community of approximately 6,000 residents offering a full range of services. It provides a friendly small‑town atmosphere and is an attractive place to raise a family, with excellent amenities for all ages and lifestyles.

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.

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Continuing Care
• Primary Location: Vegreville Care Centre
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 28-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 08-OCT-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $44.56
• Maximum Salary: $60.98
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Continuing Care
• Primary Location: Vegreville Care Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 28-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 08-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: Varies
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: Other
• 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:

A minimum of 1 year of Registered Nurse experience (RN) in Continuing Care is required. Experience with Connect Care in a Continuing Care Facility Living Nurse ILT environment, with the ability to access and utilize relevant nursing workflows. Demonstrated ability to accurately complete interRAI Long Term Care Facility (LTCF) assessments at required intervals while maintaining competency and adherence to best practices. Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential. The successful candidate must be able to manage time efficiently, prioritize competing responsibilities, and work effectively in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

A minimum of 1 - 3 years of Continuing Care nursing experience is preferred. A minimum of one (1) year charged nurse experience. Experience with Connect Care, and general computer skills are preferred like Microsoft, excel, word and teams. Knowledge of the Continuing Care Health Services Standards (CCHSS) for Continuing Care, with a commitment to maintaining required education and ensuring care delivery aligns with established standards. Experience working in rural healthcare settings.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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