Unit Manager

Covenant Health Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Grey Nuns Hospital in Edmonton is seeking a Unit Manager to lead Unit 93, a 34-bed Acute Inpatient Unit within the Addiction and Mental Health portfolio. The role involves supervising clinical and support staff, guiding change, and collaborating with psychiatrists and a multidisciplinary team to maintain program goals and high-quality patient care.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and change-management skills, with a commitment to safe, ethical practice

Qualifications

• Graduate of Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse Program and currently registered with a regulatory body.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to provide instruction and direction related to best practice in Addiction and Mental Health.
• Must have proven dependability and accountability with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Addiction and Mental Health.
• Expertise in effective change management, quality improvement, and a commitment to safe, effective, and ethical patient care and work practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day unit operations including direct supervision of staff.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams within Covenant Health sites and with community stakeholders.
• Lead change management and quality improvement initiatives for the unit.
• Engage in working groups and committees within Grey Nuns Hospital.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Change management

Quality improvement

Conflict resolution

Education

RN or RPN program

Job description

Your Opportunity:

Description:

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to join the Grey Nuns Hospital Addictions and Mental Health Portfolio. This position oversees a 34-bed Acute Inpatient Unit (Unit 93) and supervises Recreation Therapists, an Addiction Counselor, and a casual nursing pool. Reporting to the Program Manager, the Unit Manager will work in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to provide leadership, foster positive team culture, and lead clinical care. As Unit Manager, you will be at the forefront of redefining service delivery, an instrumental part of change management, and a leader in the development, implementation, and maintenance of quality improvement. The position works in partnership with Psychiatrists and other Unit Managers to maintain and/or enhance program goals and objectives, while engaging in all disciplines to address and resolve unit specific issues and concerns. As a Unit Manager, you are responsible for the day-to-day unit operations including direct supervision of staff. This role interacts with interdisciplinary teams within Covenant Health sites and with other community stakeholders. This position encourages respect and collaboration by following the Covenant Health mission, vision, and values, to promote a positive work environment that delivers safe, and quality patient care. The Unit Manager collaborates within the Grey Nuns Hospital by participating in working groups and committees. The successful candidate must demonstrate leadership through role modelling and effective communication, as excellent interpersonal skills are key to success in this job. This position is non-unionized.

• Classification: Unit Manager
• Union: COV OUT OF SCOPE
• Unit and Program: Unit 93, Mental Health and Addictions
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 09-NOV-2026
• Date Available: 14-DEC-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Hourly Salary: $44.90
• Maximum Hourly Salary: $67.36
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Graduate of Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse Program and currently registered with a regulatory body. Strong leadership skills and ability to provide instruction and direction related to best practice in Addiction and Mental Health. Must be able to demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and support with conflict resolution. Expertise in effective change management, quality improvement, and a commitment to safe, effective, and ethical patient care and work practices are required. Must have proven dependability and accountability with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Addiction and Mental Health.

Additional Required Qualifications

Be willing to demonstrate the Covenant Health Values of Collaboration, Respect, Compassion, Stewardship, Integrity, and Social Justice through daily interactions with colleagues, staff, stakeholders, patients, and families.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently. Have strong communication to consult and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in both hospital and community settings. An excellent attendance record and personal suitability must be demonstrated through your employment record and references. Heart and Stroke BLS Level C Health Care Provider, NVCI certificate, and strong de-escalation skills preferred.