Senior Manager, Regulation & Standards

College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA); Edmonton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A regulatory college for nursing is seeking a Senior Manager, Regulation & Standards to oversee nursing standards development and regulatory committees. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree and extensive leadership experience in regulatory or healthcare environments. This full-time role offers a hybrid work environment with competitive salary and benefits, including health care support and a pension plan.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Flexible work environment

Wellness program

Work from home options

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of senior-level leadership experience in a regulatory, health care, or post-secondary environment.
• Proven experience in policy development and managing regulatory committees.
• Registered Nurse in good standing (an asset).

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the work of regulatory committees including hearing tribunals.
• Develop, review, and implement nursing standards across all domains of practice.
• Oversee evaluation and approval of RN and NP entry-to-practice education programs.
• Interpret legislation impacting RN and NP practice, providing expert guidance.

Skills

Regulatory & Legislative Expertise

Standards Development

Program Evaluation

Strategic Leadership

Communication & Collaboration

Team Development & Coaching

Adaptability & Judgment

Education

Master’s degree in nursing or related field

Job description

Company Overview

The College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) is a regulatory college under the Health Professions Act. Our vision is excellence in nursing regulation for the health of all Albertans. Our objective is people-first, and we are committed to attracting the best people, engaging, and developing a workforce that embodies our values of integrity, respect, accountability and professionalism. The CRNA is committed to meeting and exceeding its legislative responsibilities by using a Right-touch relational regulatory approach.

Senior Manager, Regulation & Standards

At the CRNA, we are committed to regulatory excellence and safeguarding the public interest. As part of this commitment, we are seeking a Senior Manager, Regulation & Standards to lead the development and implementation of nursing standards, provide oversight of regulatory committees, and build strong partnerships with post-secondary institutions and regulatory bodies.

This position plays a vital role in shaping the expectations for registered nursing (RN) and nurse practitioner (NP) practice in Alberta. Reporting to the Director, Governance, Regulation & Standards, the Senior Manager will lead cross-functional teams and guide decision-making that reflects the evolving needs of the profession and public interest in safe, ethical and competent nursing care.

What You Will Do

Regulatory Committee & Program Oversight

• Lead and coordinate the work of regulatory committees including hearing tribunals and the complaints review committee.
• Develop committee processes, provide guidance to chairs and members, and ensure compliance with legislation and internal policy.
• Monitor committee effectiveness and evaluation metrics to ensure timely, informed decisions.

Standards Development & Implementation

• Lead the development, review, and implementation of nursing standards across all domains of practice.
• Coordinate consultation with internal and external partners, including nurses, educators, employers, and the public.
• Align standards with national and provincial frameworks, and ensure they reflect current, evidence-informed practices.
• Create and manage implementation resources, communication tools, and adoption strategies.

Program Approval & Post-Secondary Engagement

• Oversee evaluation and approval of RN and NP entry-to-practice education programs.
• Build and sustain collaborative relationships with Alberta post-secondary institutions.
• Develop program evaluation frameworks addressing curriculum, clinical placements, faculty qualifications, and student outcomes.
• Facilitate dialogue and consultation with academic institutions and support alignment with accreditation and regulatory requirements.

Policy & Regulatory Framework Leadership

• Interpret legislation and regulatory frameworks impacting RN and NP practice, providing expert guidance to internal teams and external partners.
• Lead policy development initiatives that support sound regulatory decision-making and public protection.
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement within the team while managing competing priorities.
• Apply diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural safety principles across all regulatory activities.

What You Possess

Education: Master’s degree in nursing, health policy, public administration, or a related field.

Experience: 10–15 years of senior-level leadership experience in a regulatory, health care, or post-secondary environment. Proven experience in policy development, regulatory interpretation, and managing regulatory committees.

Professional Membership: Registered Nurse in good standing (an asset).

Skills & Competencies:

• Regulatory & Legislative Expertise: Deep understanding of the regulatory environment for RNs and NPs, including policy and legislation interpretation.
• Standards Development: Skilled in developing, implementing, and evaluating standards of practice that reflect current trends and evidence.
• Program Evaluation: Strong background in education program approval, evaluation frameworks, and relationship management with post-secondary institutions.
• Strategic Leadership: Able to lead through complexity with strategic thinking, political acumen, and systems perspective.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent communicator with a collaborative, inclusive leadership style that builds trust and accountability.
• Team Development & Coaching: Committed to staff development, coaching, and fostering high performance within teams.
• Adaptability & Judgment: Navigates ambiguity, balances competing priorities, and exercises sound judgment in complex decision-making environments.

What We Offer

• An ongoing full-time employment opportunity
• Competitive salary with a comprehensive health and dental benefits package, including resources to support mental health and financial wellness.
• Annual Health Spending Account (HSA) and Wellness Spending Account (WSA) to support ongoing learning, health, wellness, and family services.
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Flexible, hybrid work environment with a 7.25-hour workday, Monday through Friday
• 12 general holidays, plus an annual holiday break in December.
• Earned vacation days, starting at a rate equivalent to 20 days per year

Apply Now

Submit your resume and cover letter by September 5, 2025, quoting file 41301-00 to [e-mail].

We appreciate your interest in joining CRNA and thank all applicants in advance.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Wellness program
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edmonton, AB T5S 1P2