Registered Nurse - Chronic Disease Management

Primary Care Alberta; Town of Valleyview; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote retention allowance

Job summary

Primary Care Alberta is seeking a Registered Nurse for Chronic Disease Management in Valleyview Community Health, Alberta. The role focuses on nursing processes, patient education and leadership in holistic care.

Provisional Permit holders are paid hourly with progression to full RN rate on licensure, with a 0.63 FTE temporary arrangement and a shift pattern including days and evenings. Posting ends 12-NOV-2026; start date 22-NOV-2026; on-site position with provincial UNA benefits.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing education program.
• Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with CRNA.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for patients in chronic disease management.
• Utilize nursing processes, critical thinking and decision making to ensure safety and well-being.
• Educate and advocate for patients and families, supporting health promotion and lifestyle changes.

Skills

RN

Critical thinking

BCLS-HCP

Education

RN degree

CRNA registration

Job description

Registered Nurse - Chronic Disease Management

The Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Nurse utilizes the nursing process, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to provide care to clients across the life span in the area of chronic disease management. The CDM Nurse ensures the development, implementation and ongoing administration of the client care plans. The CDM Nurse assesses, coordinates, supervises, administers and evaluates the provision of health services and healthcare resources. The CDM Nurse accepts responsibility for continuing competencies through ongoing professional development, including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality activities. The CDM Nurse demonstrates the ability to accurately and effectively assess client status and to take appropriate intervention measures that have significant impact on the client's medical condition, safety, as well as ultimate recovery. The CDM Nurse may provide education and support in the areas of diabetes, weight management, cardiac risk reduction, secondary stroke prevention, and lifestyle management.In addition to a competitive rate of pay, Primary Care Alberta currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.

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 PCA.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: Chronic Disease Management
• Primary Location: Valleyview Community Health
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.63
• Posting End Date: 12-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 22-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 23-MAY-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 6
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $44.56
• Maximum Salary: $60.98
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Chronic Disease Management
• Primary Location: Valleyview Community Health
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.63
• Posting End Date: 12-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 22-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 23-MAY-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 6
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $44.56
• Maximum Salary: $60.98
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

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).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Formal Education: RN required. Experience in cardiac risk reduction, diabetes education, weight management, and lifestyle/behavior change across the life span. As well as experience in facilitating chronic disease management education sessions, utilizing health change and motivational interviewing skills, and supporting clients in both group and individual appointment settings. Community engagement experiences are essential.

Preferred Qualifications:

Baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited academic institution preferred; graduate from an accredited Registered Nursing program with related experience will be considered. Certified diabetes educator status desired.

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