Job Description

Your Opportunity:
The Acute Care team in Cold Lake has an opportunity to join their impactful team in the 24 active inpatient bed unit. This is a rural hospital where you will be working to the full scope of your practice providing nursing services for urgent medical conditions, post-surgical, pediatric maternity, the Stroke Centre, etc. You will work within a multidisciplinary setup, where evidence-based practices are valued. The emphasis on patient and family-focused care ensures a holistic approach to healthcare delivery. The Registered Nurse (RN) in this role, will utilize assessment skills to make decisions about patient care. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential as RN's assess, coordinate and participate in total nursing care for patients and supervise in accordance with CRNA nursing practice standards. The opportunity to work to the full scope of an RN while having support for career growth is invaluable as you will be trained for all areas of the facility. Overall, this opportunity at Cold Lake Healthcare Centre is an ideal fit for a dedicated and compassionate RN looking to make a meaningful impact in both their career and community. The place of work is in a community designated for Canada Student Loan forgiveness as outlined in https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/education/student-aid/grants-loans/repay/assistance/doctors-nurses/amount.html. You may be eligible for the Rural Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program if you meet other eligibility requirements.
Description:
As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit Holders shall be paid $35.87/hour - $43.82/hour. Upon being entered into the register of Registered Nurses, the rate of pay shall be adjusted to the rate of pay applicable to a Registered Nurse in accordance with AHS/UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii) as applicable. This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within the unit, program, or office expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 MT on the 5th calendar day following the posting date, under LOU #25. In the event that no Regular Employee from this workplace expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of Article 14: Promotions, Transfers and Vacancies. Please be advised this posting may be used to fill multiple identical vacancies arising as a result of the administration of the Trial of Modified Posting Provisions.

• Recovery Alberta: N
• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Acute Care Comb Med/Surg/OBS
• Primary Location: Cold Lake Hlthcare/Mental Hlth
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.70
• Posting End Date: 03-MAR-2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 13-MAR-2025
• Temporary End Date: 24-FEB-2026
• Hours per Shift: 11.08
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 28
• Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $39.21
• Maximum Salary: $51.46
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:
Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required: CRNA Medication Management - Chapters 1 - 4 (https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/%2Flearning-and-development%2Flearning-modules%2F) and the NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification (https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271#section-0) Additional Required Qualifications:
Two years of bedside nursing in the last five years, or a recently graduated in the past 2 years. Cold Lake, situated on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 and those of the Mxc3xa9tis, offers not just a job but a chance to become a part of a vibrant community. From its beautiful waters, untamed wilderness, awe-inspiring animals as you move from the Aspen Parkland to the boreal woods. Cold Lake gets you away from big city madness and still has all the amenities including the unique shops for shopping and restaurants for your relaxing. Cold Lake is also home to a very busy Canadian Forces Base, CFB Cold Lake and under the operational command of 1 Canadian Air Division. Preferred Qualifications:
Ideally you will have a minimum of 1-2 years in medical/surgical or emergency department as registered nurse. Labor and delivery experience is an asset as is completion of the Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP). Expectation to receive both as an acute care employee following hire. If you have worked in a rural hospital setting, please make this clear on your resume. Cross training to different units on site may be expected following hire.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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