Registered Nurse - Acute Care & ER

Alberta Health Services; Elk Point; On-site; CAD 93,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive

Job summary

Alberta Health Services seeks an RN for Elk Point Healthcare Centre, practicing full-scope care in an acute care unit and Emergency Department. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, applying critical thinking and evidence-based practice to meet diverse patient needs.

Provisional permits may affect compensation; full practice permits align with UNA scales. Recruitment incentive available. Location offers a dynamic rural community with strong ties to health initiatives.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing education program.
• Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the CRNA.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification.
• If not practiced as an RN in the past five years, complete required courses prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families and communities.
• Apply nursing processes with critical thinking and evidence-based practice.
• Lead in an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance.
• Deliver safe, quality, patient- and family-centred care.

Skills

BCLS-HCP

Wound care

IV initiation

Medication administration

Education

Accredited nursing education program

Job description

This is your opportunity to work as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the picturesque community of Elk Point. In this role, you will practice to full scope in both the 12-bed acute care unit and the Emergency Department. You will build strong relationships with a multidisciplinary team, clients, families, and community members while applying critical thinking and evidence-based practice to meet a wide range of patient needs. AHS is a supportive employer, offering opportunities for professional development and comprehensive health and dental benefits so you and your family can truly thrive.Nestled among rolling green hills along the North Saskatchewan River on located on Treaty 6 Territory and the lands of the Metis, Elk Point is a welcoming town with roots as a fur trading post. Today. It is a vibrant community shaped by agriculture, oil, and a strong sense of history and culture. Located at the edge of Alberta’s Lake Country and along the scenic Iron Horse Trail, Elk Point offers endless opportunities for hiking, biking, ATVing, water sports, and wildlife exploration. Families benefit from K–12 schools, parks, sports fields, and a variety of arts, recreation, and community programs. There are nearby provincial historic sites such as Fort George–Buckingham House and offers many opportunities to get involved through local events and volunteer groups. Whether you enjoy the outdoors, sports, history, or community life, Elk Point truly has something for everyone. Embrace a role delivering holistic, comprehensive care while fostering wellness and trust. Elk Point is more than a workplace it’s home.Attention Registered Nurses! This position may qualify for a $15,000 to $20,000 Recruitment Incentive.

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: Acute Care, Emergency Room
• Primary Location: Elk Point Healthcare Centre
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 11-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 21-SEP-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

• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Acute Care, Emergency Room
• Primary Location: Elk Point Healthcare Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 11-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 21-SEP-2026
• Hours per Shift: 11.08
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, 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.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 in the last year with acute and/or emergency care, wound care, IV initiation, and medication administration.The place of work is in a community designated for Canada Student Loan forgiveness as outlined in https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/education/student-aid/grants-loans/repay/assistance/doctors-nurses/amount.html. You may be eligible for Canada Student Loan forgiveness if you meet other eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

Connect Care (Rural Nurse). Labour and Delivery and post-partum experience or willingness to train is a must. Experience or training in palliative care is beneficial, charge nurse experience and previous work as an RN in a rural setting. The following is also preferred: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), and Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course, training in LEAD II.

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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