Assistant Head Nurse
Job Description
Description: The Assistant Head Nurse (AHN) provides effective clinical leadership, functional supervision and, as needed, performs front line Registered Nursing duties. The AHN promotes and models leadership competencies by demonstrating good judgement and critical thinking skills, and developing and maintaining strong nursing practice in the designated scope of practice. The AHN fosters team effectiveness, demonstrating excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, communicating effectively and seeking to resolve staff issues. The AHN develops a supportive environment for multidisciplinary learning. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the UNA Collective Agreement.
Classification: Assistant Head Nurse
Union: COV UNA
Unit and Program: Unit 3east-maternal-Newborn
Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
FTE: 0.74
Posting End Date: 02-SEP-2025
Employee Class: Regular Part Time
Date Available: 03-NOV-2025
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: 12
Shifts per cycle: 42
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
Days Off: As Per Rotation
Minimum Salary: $44.71
Maximum Salary: $61.18
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Required Qualifications: Graduate of a Registered Nurse program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) or College of Registered Psychiatric Nurse of Alberta (CRPNA) is required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.Additional Required Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years of recent maternal-newborn experience in an acute care setting is required. Demonstrates supervisory competency and charge experience is required. Should have current NRP and FHS certification. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Should be able to mentor and guide staff in stressful and emergency situations. Able to work within a multidisciplinary team.Preferred Qualifications:
Must have a good understanding of Baby friendly Initiative. Must be self-motivated, self-directed and able to implement resolutions. Must have involved with some process improvement or working groups.MNCJobz.com will not be responsible for any payment made to a third-party. All Terms of Use are applicable.
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Job IdJD2609792
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Part Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationEdmonton, AB, CA, Canada
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EducationNot mentioned