Registered Psychiatric Nurse

Covenant Health Canada; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Canada is seeking a Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse to participate in assessments and implement care for patients. This role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, advocating for patients, and facilitating education and discharge planning. Candidates must have a graduate degree and active registration with CRPNA or CRNA. Previous experience in mental health nursing is preferred. This position offers various shift patterns, competitive salary rates, and the opportunity to make a real difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an RN or RPN program or recognized equivalent required.
• Active registration with the CRPNA and/or CRNA required.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.
• Previous experience in mental health nursing.

Responsibilities

• Participate in nursing assessments and interventions.
• Act as an advocate and liaison for the patient/resident.
• Facilitate patient and family education and discharge planning.
• Provide care in accordance with established standards.

Skills

Mental health nursing

Patient advocacy

Care planning

Medication administration

Education facilitation

Education

Graduate of an RN or RPN program

Active registration with CRPNA and/or CRNA

Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C)

Job description

The Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RN/RPN) 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/RPN identifies needs and sets priorities in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. The RN/RPN facilitates patient/resident and family education and discharge planning, and may be required to act in a charge nurse capacity. The RN/RPN 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 Psychiatric Nurse
• Union: COV UNA
• Unit and Program: Unit 3 Mental Health
• Primary Location: St. Mary's Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi‑Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.73
• Posting End Date: 29-DEC-2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Part Time
• Date Available: 08-JAN-2026
• Temporary End Date: 08-MAY-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 4
• Shifts per Cycle: 14
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $43.26
• Maximum Salary: $59.21
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Graduate of an RN or RPN program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with the CRPNA and/or CRNA required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required. If you have not practiced as a RN/RPN within the last 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
2) NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification - https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271#section-0

Additional Required Qualifications

Previous experience in mental health nursing.

Preferred Qualifications

As Required.

Hiring Requirements

Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.

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, Camrose, St. Mary's Hospital