Registered Nurse Perioperative (OR)

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

Job summary

Covenant Health invites applications for an OR nurse position at Banff Mineral Springs Hospital in the Canadian Rockies. The RN will participate in assessments, planning, treatments, medication administration, and discharge planning, aligned with Covenant Health policies and the UNA Collective Agreement.

Ideal candidates have ARNA CRNA registration, active CRNA, perioperative credentials, and the ability to wear lead and stand scrubbed for long periods.

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; 2) NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification

Responsibilities

• Participates in nursing assessments and interventions.
• Care planning and implementing prescribed treatments.
• Administering medications and monitoring patient response.
• Evaluate treatments and document progress; discharge planning when appropriate.

Skills

Nursing assessments

Care planning

Medication administration

Perioperative support

Education

RN program graduate

CRNA registration or eligible

Perioperative program

BCLS-HCP certification

Job description

Your Opportunity: 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
• Location Details:
• As Per Location
• Multi-Site:
• At (UNA only)
• FTE:
• 0.00
• Posting End Date:
• 05-OCT-2026
• Employee Class:
• Casual/Relief
• Date Available:
• 15-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift:
• 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks:
• Varies
• Shifts per cycle:
• Varies
• Shift Pattern:
• Days, Evenings, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off:
• Other
• 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%2F 2) 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. Must be able to wear lead for many hours. Ability to stand scrubbed for many hours supporting the surgical team.

Preferred Qualifications

Recent 2 yrs experience in an OR within the last 5 yrs. Current Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Recent recovery room experience within the last 5 yrs. Canadian Perioperative Nurse Certification. Experience in Orthopedics OR.