Assistant Head Nurse

Edmonton, AB, CA, Canada

Job 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 1957.50 Union: COV UNA Unit and Program: 4W CICU Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: At (UNA only) FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 02-SEP-2025 Employee Class: Regular Full Time Date Available: 12-SEP-2025 Hours per Shift: 11.25 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 40 Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $44.71 Maximum Salary: $61.18 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

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:

Successful completion of OPACCA or Critical Care course equivalent. Recent experience (within the last year) as a charge nurse in a critical care area. Minimum of 3-5 years experience in CICU or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Previous leadership roles. Proven problem solving and critical thinking skills. Committee involvement and situational awareness. Advance Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2609811
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Edmonton, AB, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned