Job Description

Your Opportunity:

Unit 58 is an Acute Inpatient Care Unit with a focus on Neurosciences and Hospitalist patients. Our unit is a quality improvement focused environment with an expectation of staff engagement in our efforts to provide excellence in care through assessment, evaluation and implementation. An acceptance and ability in change management is encouraged. Reporting to the Unit Manager of Unit 58, the RN is accountable for practice, according to the standards and practice defined by the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) and completes care within his/her scope of practice. The RN will provide appropriate care, as delegated in accordance with Alberta Health Services policies, procedures and established standards. The successful incumbent will be expected to be able to demonstrate proficiency in the following areas: demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessment skills and sound nursing judgement, effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively maintain collaborative working relationships with members of the multidisciplinary team, high functioning time management and prioritization skills, with a demonstrated ability to function effectively within a dynamic environment, demonstrated problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills, demonstrated commitment to and participation in activities which promote professional and personal growth and development, demonstrated behaviors consistent with the values of AHS. Compliance with the AHS Hand Hygiene policies, the RN will demonstrate an understanding and compliance with the AHS code of conduct, self-direction within the scope of duties of the job required and consideration of patient\'s comfort, safety, privacy and independence. This position requires training in the Seizure Monitoring Unit, after six months of hire.

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 $35.17/hour - $42.96/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.

• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Unit 58, Inpatient Medicine Neurology
• Primary Location: South Health Campus
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 21-FEB-2023
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 24-APR-2023
• Hours per Shift: 11.08
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 40
• Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $38.44
• Maximum Salary: $50.45
• 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). Additional Required Qualifications:

Recent Registered Nurse Inpatient Acute Care Experience within the last 2 years. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered, please attach a resume. Must be able to work in a physically challenging environment: constant walking, lifting and bending are necessary. Must be able to assist patients with mobility deficits; ability to transfer patients to the stretcher. Strong critical thinking skills within the scope of practice, including clinical judgment and problem-solving skills. Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment required. Must be self-directed, organized, motivated and able to prioritize and keep pace in a busy environment. Must have excellent English writing and speaking skills. Preferred Qualifications:

2 years acute care Neuroscience/Medical experience in the last 5 years. Central Line Certification. Previous experience mentoring or preceptoring new staff and/or students. Patient teaching experience (both written and verbal). It\'s Your Move training. Recent SCM training and proficiency. N95 fit test. Previous experience with working groups and quality improvement initiatives within the last 2 years. AIW fundamentals training.

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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