Job Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) participates in nursing assessments and interventions, care planning, implementing prescribed treatments, administering medications, evaluating treatments, and monitoring/documenting treatment progress and patient/resident response. Acting as an advocate, coordinator and liaison for the patient/resident, the RN identifies needs and sets priorities in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. The RN facilitates patient/resident and family education and discharge planning, and may be required to act in a charge nurse capacity. The RN is responsible for the provision of care in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the UNA Collective Agreement.


Classification: Registered Nurse Union: COV UNA Unit and Program: Integrated Access Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.82 Posting End Date: 02-JUN-2025 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 02-JUL-2025 Temporary End Date: 01-JAN-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 8 Shifts per cycle: 31 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $43.26 Maximum Salary: $59.21 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) required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required. If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, completion of the following free courses are also required: 1) CRNA Medication Administration Certificate - https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/%2Flearning-and-development%2Flearning-modules%2F 2) NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification - https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271#section-0

Additional Required Qualifications:

Minimum of one (1) year Charge/Triage Nurse experience is required. Three of the past five years of acute care nursing experience specific to adult/geriatric patient populations within Medicine, Surgery, Critical care and/or ER. Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills are required. Proven conflict resolution and strong communication skills. Must be able to work independently and within a team environment. Ability to problem solve and demonstrate critical thinking skills. Demonstrated ability to provide comprehensive assessments to individuals within their physical and social environments. Must be able to cope with high levels of stress, fluctuating priorities, and time sensitive deadlines. Must be able to tolerate long periods of sitting or standing and repetitive movements involving fine motor muscles required for computer-based charting and work tasks (5-8 hrs. daily). Ability to perform all assigned tasks, complete physical nursing assessments and hands on care as required, including but not limited to: lifting or carrying up to 20 kgs on an occasional basis, and physical exertion including bending/walking. Must be able to wear a properly fitted N95 mask when required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum of two years' experience within the community is preferred (Home Living and/or Continuing Care). Previous Transition Coordinator experience is highly preferred. Knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Pathways, Inter RAI Tools, Connect Care, Meditech and e-People is preferred and an asset.