Alberta Health Services

Registered Nurse

Edmonton Zone, Edmonton, Royal Alexandra Hospital

Closing date09-NOV-2026

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The Registered Nurse is responsible to act as the Team Lead and delivering consistent quality care to meet the needs of the patient. Care is provided to patients on an out-patient basis for Medical/Surgical clinics in Ambulatory Care. Working in a fast-paced multidisciplinary team environment, you will perform a variety of nursing duties including wound care, dressing applications, drain care, specimen collection, suture removal, and assisting with a variety of invasive procedures. Recognizing and addressing the needs of the inner-city population and incorporating the RAH WAY initiative into everyday practice. The RN assists patients with activities of daily living and provides on-going education to patients and their families related to a patient’s condition. Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, problem solving, and computer skills are necessary for success in this position.

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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. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 to $55.79 per hour. Upon obtaining a full practice permit, 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.

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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.

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Three to Five (3-5) years of inpatient Medical/Surgical experience or 1-2 years of recent outpatient ambulatory experience is required. Experience with wound care & drains is required. Incorporate the RAH Way into everyday practice. Must maintain patient confidentiality. Must be able to demonstrate a professional attitude in the performance of all duties. Must be flexible, able to prioritize, organize workload, and adjust to rapidly changing needs of the department. Must have the ability to work in a fast paced and stressful environment. Must be self-motivated and be able to work both independently, as well as possess the ability to work well within a team. Strong communication skills and conflict management skills required. Must be able to deal effectively with sensitive issues and challenging patient situations. Experience in the following computer related programs is required: Connect Care, Netcare, MS office. The ability to perform movements such as bending, stooping, and standing for long periods of time is required. Applicants must be able to push/pull/transfer and assist bariatric patients in Wheelchair/stretchers or over uneven surfaces with weights in excess of 350 pounds (150KG). To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please attach a resume and cover letter with your application.

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Previous experience with tunneled drainage catheters is preferred. Previous experience providing care to Thoracic patients preferred. Experience with initiation and management of Home Care Referrals preferred.

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Source: official Alberta Health Services career portal · Requisition 601230