Registered Nurse - Perioperative

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

Job summary

Covenant Health Canada is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Operating Room team at Banff Mineral Springs Hospital. The RN will participate in assessments, planning, and perioperative care within a supportive, collaborative environment in the Canadian Rockies.

The role offers part-time temporary employment under the UNA collective agreement, with shift patterns including days, evenings, weekends, and on-call, and a strong focus on family education and discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Registered Nurse program or recognized equivalent required.
• Current Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP) required.
• Active registration with CRNA (College of Registered Nurses of Alberta) required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in nursing assessments and interventions.
• Care planning and implementing prescribed treatments.
• Discharge planning and patient/family education.
• Act as advocate and liaison for patient and family in collaboration with the team.

Skills

OR nursing

Team collaboration

Perioperative patient care

Education

Registered Nurse program

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Join our exceptional team in the Operating Room at Banff Mineral Springs Hospital! Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, our hospital offers a unique opportunity to combine your passion for nursing with the unparalleled beauty of Banff National Park. As an OR nurse, you'll be part of a dynamic surgical team providing high-quality patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. Enjoy professional growth, a strong sense of community, and the chance to live and work in one of Canada's most iconic destinations.

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: Surgical Services- OR/PACU
• Primary Location: Banff Mineral Springs Hospital
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.89
• Posting End Date: 10-SEP-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Part Time
• Date Available: 22-SEP-2026
• Temporary End Date: 15-JAN-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 8
• Shifts per cycle: 34
• 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: Surgical Services- OR/PACU
• Primary Location: Banff Mineral Springs Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.89
• Posting End Date: 10-SEP-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Part Time
• Date Available: 22-SEP-2026
• Temporary End Date: 15-JAN-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 8
• Shifts per cycle: 34
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends, On Call
• 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:

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). Completion of a recognized perioperative program. Recent 2 yrs experience in an OR within the last 5 yrs. Must be able to wear lead for many hours. Ability to stand scrubbed for many hours supporting the surgical team.

Preferred Qualifications:

Current Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Recent recovery room experience within the last 5 yrs. Canadian Perioperative Nurse Certification. Experience in Orthopedics OR.

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.

Covenant Zone, Banff, Banff Mineral Springs Hospital