Registered Nurse - Emergency

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

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Edmonton is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Level I Emergency Department at the University of Alberta Hospital. This 0.80 FTE Regular Part Time role offers exposure to adult and pediatric emergencies, complex medical presentations and high-acuity trauma in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment.

You will provide safe, high-quality, patient-and-family-centered care, using critical thinking and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, while supporting growth and

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 BCLS-HCP certification.
• Minimum 1 year Medical/Surgical or Acute Care RN experience within the last two years.
• Ability to communicate findings in a concise and accurate manner.
• Able to bend, lift, push and pull equipment and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities, and populations.
• Utilize nursing processes with critical thinking to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.
• Lead with an integrated and holistic approach to patient care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Assessment

Organization

Patient care

Communication

Leadership

Education

CRNA registration - eligible/active

Accredited nursing education program

Job description

Your Opportunity

Where the Pace Is Fast and the Work Matters. Join Our Emergency Team. Are you an experienced Registered Nurse looking for a role that challenges you, grows your skills, and surrounds you with a team that thrives on collaboration? Our tertiary care Level I Emergency Department offers exactly that, and so much more. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, our department is a fast paced, dynamic environment where no two days are ever alike. You'll care for a remarkably diverse patient population, moving seamlessly between adult and pediatric emergencies, complex medical presentations, and high acuity trauma and transplant cases. This is a place for nurses who want to make a difference and embrace the unexpected. As an RN in our state-of-the-art facility, you’ll use advanced technology, including an electronic patient tracking system, as you assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients across the full spectrum of emergency needs. Decisions are made together, in a strong, supportive, multidisciplinary team where collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Depending on patient flow and departmental needs, you may work in any area of the Emergency Department, giving you exposure to highly specialized, skill building experiences. Working with us means stepping into a role that is meaningful, challenging, and deeply rewarding. You’ll end each shift knowing you contributed to our mission to provide a patient focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans. Here, your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is felt every day.

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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 (2022.75)

Union: United Nurses of Alberta

Unit and Program: Emergency

Primary Location: U of A Hospital

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: At (UNA only)

FTE: 0.80

Posting End Date: 29-OCT-2026

Employee Class: Regular Part Time

Date Available: 16-NOV-2026

Hours per Shift: 11.63

Length of Shift in weeks: 12

Shifts per cycle: 32

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

• Minimum 1 year Medical/Surgical or Acute Care RN experience within the last two years required; however, equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated excellent assessment, organization and patient care skills required along with the ability to communicate findings in a concise and accurate manner.
• Must be able to identify own learning needs and seek guidance in professional practice where knowledge deficits occur.
• In this position, you will be on your feet for an extended period of time (both walking and standing), and you must be able to assist in transporting, lifting and positioning of patients.
• You will also be required to bend, lift, push, and pull equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of Emergency RN.
• 2 years of med/surg/acute care RN.
• Recent nursing in a tertiary/urban centre.
• Recent critical care in the last 2 years.
• ACLS, TNCC, ENPC, PALS, NRP – Preference will be given to applicants with 3 of 6 (Must provide certificate prior to interview) Certified Emergency Nurse (CAN or CNE) an asset.
• Preference to those who can demonstrate excellent assessment skills, organizational skills, patient care skills, and leadership skills.
• Triage and/or charge nurse experience.