Registered Nurse - Critical Care

Alberta Health Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Intensive Care Unit and Critical Care Unit at Rockyview General Hospital in Calgary. This 0.65 FTE temporary position emphasizes leadership, patient advocacy and a team-based approach to complex critical care patients.

The role requires a accredited nursing program completion, CRNA eligibility, BCLS-HCP certification, and over 3 years of ICU/CCU experience with advanced critical care competencies.

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.
• Greater than 3 years (full time) experience as a RN in a critical care setting (ICU, CCU, CVICU) within the last 4 years.
• Current certification in basic ICU/critical care competencies – ECG & 12 Lead Interpretation, Arterial Lines, CVC, Defib, IV push, NMB.

Responsibilities

• Lead an interprofessional team to achieve best patient outcomes.
• Act as primary caregiver with mentoring of unit staff and ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrate PFCC care, patient advocacy and teaching within a collaborative, respectful environment.
• Support and participate in QA initiatives and advanced certification activities.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Mentoring

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

The Rockyview General Hospital (RGH) is unique in offering a combined 12 bed Intensive Care Unit & 7 bed Coronary Care Unit. With a primary focus on critically ill medical & surgical patients who require a high degree of specialized nursing and medical care, common patient diagnoses include respiratory failure, pneumonia, complications related to asthma, cardiac arrest, sepsis, renal & liver failure, complications of diabetes (DKA), complications of pregnancy, shock, chest pain, MI, CHF & dysrhythmias.The RN - Critical Care acts as a leader and is a pivotal member of the interprofessional team. The critical care RN will act as the primary caregiver to the patient & family in the critical care setting, & is trained in advanced critical care certifications including Code Blue & Outreach (Rapid Response, MET) Team membership. Critical Care nurses work collaboratively with Physicians, Respiratory Therapists, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Pharmacists & Social Workers to achieve the best patient outcomes through a team-based approach. All adult ICUs in Calgary participate in a provincial critical care orientation program (OPACCA), offering an orientation program tailored to meet your specific learning requirements.As the RN you will maintain professional practice including but not limited to mentoring of unit staff, ongoing professional development, participation in QI initiatives, assumption of advanced certification roles/activities, &charge nurse duties when required, promotion of a positive supportive work environment, & demonstration of professional accountability.In addition, you will demonstrate excellence in PFCC care, patient advocacy & teaching; a collaborative team-based approach; conflict resolution, critical thinking, problem-solving & decision-making skills; & a commitment to fostering an environment of respect, promoting the values of AHS.

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: Intensive Care Unit; Critical Care Unit
• Primary Location: Rockyview General Hospital
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.65
• Posting End Date: 14-SEP-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 05-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 14-APR-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 26
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $44.56
• Maximum Salary: $60.98
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Intensive Care Unit; Critical Care Unit
• Primary Location: Rockyview General Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.65
• Posting End Date: 14-SEP-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 05-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 11.08
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 26
• Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• 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:

Greater than 3 years (full time) experience as a RN in a critical care setting (ICU, CCU, CVICU) within the last 4 years. Current certification in basic ICU/critical care competencies – ECG & 12 Lead Interpretation, Arterial Lines, CVC, Defib, IV push, NMB. Strong critical thinking and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree - Nursing.CCU training.Advanced Hemodynamic competencies.PA Catheter.ICU Outreach.ICU charge experience.CNA certification.Certificate in Adult Critical Care Nursing.ACLS.Experience as a preceptor and/or orientating new staff.

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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Calgary Zone, Calgary, Rockyview General Hospital

Calgary Zone, Calgary, Rockyview General Hospital

Calgary Zone, Calgary, Rockyview General Hospital