Job Description

Your Opportunity:
Utilizing the nursing process, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills, the Registered Nurse (RN) provides care to individuals who have decided to have bariatric surgery; provide post op care to those whom have undergone a bariatric surgical procedure and are experiencing complications related to that procedure. The RN works independently to coordinate the development, implementation, ongoing administration and evaluation of patient care plan. The RN plays a key role in the support of an integrated and holistic approach to a patient's health care, health promotion and health maintenance requirements through the use of education resources and the interpretation of evidence-based healthcare practices and processes. The RN has a strong working knowledge of bariatric surgery and obesity related co-morbidities, their treatment modalities, pharmacological interventions and other procedures available at the RAH site to support weight management. The RN works closely with community partners to provide primary health care support. The RN acts as the liaison between the inter-disciplinary team and both internal and external health care professionals aligned to patient care. The Registered Nurse is responsible for ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and quality assurance activities. The RN adheres to the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) Code of Ethics and his/her employer's policies and procedures. The RN provides care within the full scope of practice as defined by the regulatory college. The RN is responsible and accountable for his/her nursing practice as define by the college and for ensuring his/her registration and practice permit are current and valid within his/her scope of practice.
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 $39.58 /hour - $54.16/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.

Acute Care Alberta:

N

Primary Care Alberta:

N

Recovery Alberta:

N

Classification:

Registered Nurse

Union:

United Nurses of Alberta

Unit and Program:

Edmonton Adult Bariatric Surgery Clinic, Ambulatory Care

Primary Location:

Royal Alexandra Hospital

Location Details:

As Per Location

Multi-Site:

At (UNA only)

FTE:

0.63

Posting End Date:

02-JUN-2025

Employee Class:

Regular Part Time

Date Available:

16-JUN-2025

Hours per Shift:

7.75

Length of Shift in weeks:

12

Shifts per cycle:

36

Shift Pattern:

Days

Days Off:

As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary:

$43.26

Maximum Salary:

$59.21

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:

2 year's recent (within the last 3 years) clinical experience working directly with patients preparing for or recovering from a bariatric surgical procedure, or 1 year recent (within the last 2 years) experience at an Adult Bariatric Specialty Clinic within Canada is required. Conflict management skills and the ability to support clients with complex mental health challenges are required. Must be able to deal effectively with conflict and sensitive issues. Must have the ability to perform movements, bending, stopping, and standing for long periods of time as required. Must be flexible, able to prioritize and organize workload and adjust to rapidly changing needs of the department. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. It is required that Applicants be able to push/pull/transfer and assist bariatric patients in W/C or over uneven surfaces with weights in excess of 350 pounds (150KG). Must have the ability to work in a fast paced, stressful environment. Must demonstrate excellent assessment, organization and patient care skills when interacting with patient/families and members of the health care team. Must maintain patient confidentiality. Must be able to demonstrate a professional attitude at all times. Must be self motivated; able to work independently as well as possess the ability to work well within a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor degree Nursing. Certified Bariatric Nursing certificate an aseducation materials for both patient and staff is preferred. Incorporate the RAH Way into everyday practice. Teaching experience. Experience in the following computer related programs is required: Connect Care- scheduling and EMR, Alberta Netcare, Outlook Express, Microsoft Office.