Registered Nurse-PLC Emergency Department

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

Job summary

Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone, Peter Lougheed Centre, is seeking a Registered Nurse for the PLC Emergency Department. You will provide diverse nursing services, apply critical thinking and lead in patient-centered care within a fast-paced ED setting.

The role requires CRNA registration or eligibility, BCLS-HCP, and at least two years of recent ED experience. Provisional and full practice permits have different pay scales; expect a competitive CN/UNA framework.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families and communities.
• Utilize nursing processes with critical thinking, problem solving and decision making.
• Lead in an integrated, holistic approach to patient care and health promotion.

Skills

BCLS-HCP

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Nursing diploma/degree

CRNA registration or eligibility

Job description

Registered Nurse-PLC Emergency Department

Healthy Albertans, Healthy Communities. Together;Come join our team and make a difference in the lives of Albertans at the Peter Lougheed Centre.The Emergency Department at thePeter Lougheed Centreis entering an exciting new chapter. With the final phase of ourbrand-new, state-of-the-art emergency departmentnearing completion, we are preparing to open at full capacity inearly 2026. This expansion marks a significant milestone in Calgary’s healthcare landscape and brings with it the need foradditional skilled and passionate Registered Nurses (RNs)to join our growing team.As one of Calgary’s largest urban emergency departments, we provide care to patients across the full spectrum of acuity. Our interdisciplinary team is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care in afast-paced, dynamic environmentwhere collaboration and adaptability are key. We are seeking RNs who are not only clinically strong but also thrive in high-pressure situations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong assessment and prioritization abilities and flexibility and resiliencein a busy and evolving work setting.This is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to be part of atransformative moment in emergency medicinein Calgary. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team, contribute to innovative patient care, and help shape the future of our department. You will be accountable to the public for your own practice, responsible for ensuring that your practice meets legislative requirements and the practice standards of the College of Registered Nurses Alberta (CRNA).

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
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: PLC Emergency Department
• Primary Location: Peter Lougheed Centre
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.60
• Posting End Date: 08-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 02-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• 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: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: PLC Emergency Department
• Primary Location: Peter Lougheed Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.60
• Posting End Date: 08-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 02-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 34
• 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:

Graduation from an approved school of nursing.Current CRNA registration or ability to obtain CRNA registration.Current BLS - Heart and Stroke.Minimum two (2) years nursing experience obtained within the past 3 years working greater than 0.70 FTE in a Calgary or Edmonton Zone Dedicated Emergency Department.Trauma trained in a Calgary or Edmonton Zone Dedicated Emergency Department.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.Triage trained in a Calgary Zone Emergency Department.Recent critical care experience (obtained within the past 3 years working greater than 0.50 FTE).ENCP (within 4 years).TNCC (within 4 years).ACCN certification.ACLS (within 2 years).PALS (within 4 years).CTAS Certification.Up to date Annual Continuing Education.Quality Improvement experience.Connect Care Trained/Excellent Computer skills.

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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Communities. Together.

We’re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care all across Alberta.

Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it’s about putting patients’ and families’ experiences, priorities and trust first.

We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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Calgary Zone, Calgary, Peter Lougheed Centre

Calgary Zone, Calgary, Peter Lougheed Centre

Calgary Zone, Calgary, Peter Lougheed Centre