Undergraduate Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Edmonton is seeking an Undergraduate Nurse to provide patient-centered care under the supervision of Registered Nurses. Candidates should be enrolled in an approved nursing program and possess strong communication and critical thinking skills. The role requires physical endurance and the ability to handle patients and equipment effectively. This position will cater to a diverse shift pattern and offers competitive salary of $30.64 per hour.

Qualifications

• Current enrolment in an approved Alberta nursing education program.
• Successful completion of 3rd year RN or 2nd year RPN program.
• Minimum 600 hours of clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient centered care under supervision of RN or RPN.
• Engage in physical tasks, lifting, and assisting patients.
• Work in a fast-paced unit, requiring endurance.

Skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Critical thinking

Team nursing experience

Education

Enrolled in approved nursing education program

CPR certification

Job description

Your Opportunity

The Undergraduate Nursing Employee (UNE) position provides an opportunity for the nursing student employed as a UNE to consolidate the knowledge and skill acquired in their approved nursing education program towards competency in the range and complexity of Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) practice. The UNE is an unregulated member of the collaborative health care team who provides patient centred care with the supervision of the RN or RPN. The nursing activities performed, and level of supervision required are determined by legislation, standards of supervision outlined by regulatory colleges, Alberta Health Services (AHS) policy, educational preparation, practice setting, complexity of the patient, level of risk involved, and competency of the UNE.

Job Details

• Classification: Undergraduate Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Unit 5F2 Medicine
• Primary Location: U of A Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 06-OCT-2025
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 16-OCT-2025
• Hours per Shift: 7.75, 11.25
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $30.64
• Maximum Salary: $30.64
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Current enrolment in an approved Alberta nursing education program leading to initial entry to practice as a registered nurse or registered psychiatric nurse. Current Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (CPR) certificate. Successful completion of 3rd year of an RN nursing education program and a minimum of 600 hours of clinical practice in an approved RN education program; or currently in the final year of an after-degree RN nursing education program and a minimum of 600 hours of clinical practice in an approved RN education program; or successful completion of 2nd year of an RPN nursing education program and a minimum of 600 hours of clinical practice in an approved RPN education program.

Additional Required Qualifications

Must be physically, mentally and emotionally engaged on this very busy fast paced unit. Must be able to push, pull and lift at least 50 lbs. and have the endurance to. In this position, you will be on your feet for an extended period of time (both walking and standing), and you must be able to assist in transporting, lifting and positioning of patients. You will also be required to bend, lift, push, and pull equipment. Proficient written and verbal communication skills required. Strong critical thinking skills and experience with team nursing.

Preferred Qualifications

Connect Care training and experience preferred.