Registered Nurse - NICU

Covenant Health Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

N/A

Job summary

Covenant Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to join Unit 32 - Neonatal Intensive Care at Grey Nuns Community Hospital in southeast Edmonton. This 0.42 FTE role supports NICU care, including monitoring, medication administration, and discharge planning.

The RN must be a graduate of an RN program, with active CRNA registration in Alberta, and BLS/HCP Level C current. Experience in Level 2/3 NICU is preferred and the role follows UNA collective agreement terms.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Registered Nurse program or recognized equivalent required.
• Active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) required.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.
• If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five years, completion of CRNA Medication Administration and NextGenU Health Assessment Resources certifications is required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in nursing assessments and interventions, care planning, implementing prescribed treatments, administering medications, evaluating treatments, and monitoring/documenting progress.
• Acts as advocate, coordinator and liaison for patient/resident, identifying needs and setting priorities with the multidisciplinary team.
• Facilitates patient/resident and family education and discharge planning, may act in a charge nurse capacity.
• Provides care in accordance with Covenant Health standards and policies.
• Be part of a team that delivers care in the NICU setting.
• Supports families during challenging moments in alignment with Covenant Health values.

Skills

Critical thinking

Registered Nurse

Neonatal care

Education

RN program graduate

CRNA Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we are committed to providing compassionate care while fostering a supportive environment where our staff can grow and make a meaningful difference. The Grey Nuns Community Hospital serves southeast Edmonton and the surrounding community with a broad range of healthcare services, including Level 2 Neonatal Intensive Care. If you are passionate about caring for the smallest and most vulnerable patients, you will find purpose here. Our team provides specialized, family-centered care to premature and critically ill newborns, supporting both the medical and developmental needs of infants while partnering closely with their families. We work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to provide advanced monitoring, respiratory support, feeding and lactation support, and compassionate guidance throughout each family’s NICU journey. We are looking for people who demonstrate strong critical thinking skills, thrive in collaborative environments and are committed to supporting families during a complex and emotional time. Join Covenant Health today and help make a meaningful difference in promoting the health and wellbeing of newborns, supporting families through challenging moments and living out Covenant Health’s core values every day!

Description:

The Registered Nurse (RN) participates in nursing assessments and interventions, care planning, implementing prescribed treatments, administering medications, evaluating treatments, and monitoring/documenting treatment progress and patient/resident response. Acting as an advocate, coordinator and liaison for the patient/resident, the RN identifies needs and sets priorities in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. The RN facilitates patient/resident and family education and discharge planning, and may be required to act in a charge nurse capacity. The RN is responsible for the provision of care in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the UNA Collective Agreement.

• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: COV UNA
• Unit and Program: Unit 32 - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.42
• Posting End Date: 28-SEP-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 19-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 19-MAR-2028
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 24
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $44.56
• Maximum Salary: $60.98
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: COV UNA
• Unit and Program: Unit 32 - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.42
• Posting End Date: 28-SEP-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 19-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 19-MAR-2028
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per Cycle: 24
• Shift Pattern: Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $44.56
• Maximum Salary: $60.98
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Graduate of a Registered Nurse program or recognized equivalent required.Active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) required.Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, completion of the following free courses are also required:1) CRNA Medication Administration Certificate - https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/%2Flearning-and-development%2Flearning-modules%2F2) NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification - https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271#section-0

Additional Required Qualifications:

Recent experience in a Level 2 or 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certificate in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) preferred.Neonatal certificate or equivalent preferred.

Hiring Requirements

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

Security Screening : As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

Be the Difference

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.

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