Registered Nurse - Long Term Care

Alberta Health Services; Elk Point; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Registered Nurse for Elk Point Healthcare Centre to provide person-centered long-term care within a multidisciplinary team. You will deliver direct patient care, support families, and promote safety and well-being in a 30-bed facility.

The role emphasizes holistic care, collaboration with health professionals, and leadership in nursing processes and patient advocacy. Provisional permits welcome with pathway to full registration.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing education program.
• Current CRNA registration and practice permit with CRNA (Alberta).
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider certification.
• If not practiced in past five years, complete CRNA Medication Management and NextGenU Health Assessment Resources courses.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide range of nursing services to patients and families.
• Lead in an integrated, holistic approach to patient care and health promotion.
• Deliver direct client care with safety and respect for patients and families.
• Observe, document and report on patients' health and well-being; communicate clearly with the team.
• Teach, counsel and advocate for patients and families in care plans.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Wound care

Charge nurse

BCLS-HCP

Education

Accredited nursing education program

CRNA registration

Job description

The Elk Point Healthcare Centre has an opportunity for a passionate Registered Nurse (RN) dedicated to patient- and family-centered care. This role will be an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team in Long Term Care which is made of 30 beds. You will build meaningful relationships as you work with clients daily providing personal assistance and support services to those in your care. Superior interpersonal skills will be used daily as you work closely with clients, families, caregivers, and health professionals. You will help maintain a safe environment, observe and report on patients' health and well-being, and ensure effective communication. Your role includes direct client care demonstrating genuine interest and respect for clients and families in your care.Elk Point, the right place to be, is located on Treaty 6 lands and those of the Metis. The Town of Elk Point is a patch of prairie heaven at the edge of Alberta’s Lake Country and is surrounded by breath-taking scenery. A true nature-lover’s paradise, the area is known for the trails, lakes, wildlife and outdoor hobbies. Alberta’s Iron Horse Trail is among the popular trails and provincial historic sites like the Fort George-Buckingham House. Elk Point may be a small town, but it is an active community and can boast Alberta’s best bakery, golf courses, sport groups, and an active Farmers’ Market. You can enjoy a quality of life in this family-friendly community, as you grow your career and provide exceptional care to your neighbors.

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 AHS.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: Long Term Care
• Primary Location: Elk Point Healthcare Centre
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 31-AUG-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 10-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

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Long Term Care
• Primary Location: Elk Point Healthcare Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 31-AUG-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 10-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:

Minimum of 2 years’RNexperience within the last 5 years with Seniors Health, AcuteCareor clinical nursing. Wound care experience. A minimum of 2 years charge nurse experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Case management experience preferred.

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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