• Job Description

  Req#: 564677
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Your Opportunity:
  The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of comprehensive patient and family centered care on an acute surgical unit in accordance with the UAH and AHS policy and procedures. 3F2 is an 18+ bed Trauma Unit providing care to patients received from the operating room, emergency department, intensive care unit and directly from home and/or surgery clinics. Decisions are made in a collaborative multidisciplinary team environment. The RN is expected to participate in quality improvement initiatives, supporting and maintaining high quality patient care strategies within the surgery program. The RN is expected to take on the responsibility of charge nurse as required. Note: Rotation subject to change.
  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 will be paid $39.58 - $54.16 per hour. Upon obtaining a full licence, the rate of pay will be adjusted to the applicable Registered Nurse rate in accordance with UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii) as applicable.
  • Classification:
  Registered Nurse (2022.75)
  • Union:
  United Nurses of Alberta
  • Unit and Program:
  Unit 3F2-Surgery Program
  • Primary Location:
  U of A Hospital
  • Location Details:
  As Per Location
  • Multi-Site:
  At (UNA only)
  • FTE:
  0.80
  • Posting End Date:
  23-MAR-2026
  • Employee Class:
  Regular Part Time
  • Date Available:
  02-APR-2026
  • Hours per Shift:
  11.63
  • Length of Shift in weeks:
  12
  • Shifts per cycle:
  32
  • Shift Pattern:
  Days, Nights, Weekends
  • 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) certification. If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, you must complete the following free courses: CRNA Medication Management (Chapters 1-4), available at https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/learning-and-development/learning-modules/ and the NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification, available at https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271.
  Additional Required Qualifications:
  Must have >1 year experience in ICB/cardiac monitoring skills and trauma experience in an acute care hospital. Must have ACLS. Current IV therapy, Pre-op/Post-op care protocols, Central line/PICC care, basic surgical wound/drain care, complex wound care and negative pressure wounds (VAC dressing), NG tube insertion and management, TPN administration, PCA/PCEA/TAP management, Insulin infusion protocols and blood product administration. Charge Nurse and Connect Care (EPIC) trained. Must not have any current activity restrictions such as pulling, pushing, reaching and bending. Must have the ability to lift 25-50 pounds.
  Preferred Qualifications:
  Strong leadership skills and strong patient teaching skills, Charge Nurse and Connect Care trained, with exceptional Medical Calculation abilities (subject to testing prior to hiring).
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

• About the company

  Alberta Health Services is headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta.

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