Registered Nurse - ICU Educational Opportunity
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- Nursing
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- COV00057882 Requisition #
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- Jul 03, 2026 Post Date
- Classification: Registered Nurse 1957.50
- Union: COV UNA
- Unit and Program: ICU - MCH
- Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 13-JUL-2026
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
- Date Available: 10-AUG-2026
- Temporary End Date: 10-AUG-2027
- Hours per Shift: 11.25
- Length of Shift in weeks: 12
- Shifts per cycle: 40
- Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $44.56
- Maximum Salary: $60.98
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
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:Emergency experience within the past 2 years OR A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Medical, Surgical, or Labor and Delivery units within the past 5 years. In this position, you will be on your feet for an extended period of time (both walking and standing), and you must be able to assist in transporting, lifting and positioning patients. You will also be required to bend, lift, push, and pull equipment. The successful applicant will be required to successfully complete OPACCA, which includes both theoretical and practical components. Employees must achieve a minimum grade of 75% on the theoretical component AND on the final examination to progress to the practical component. Successful completion of both the theoretical and practical components are required to be considered successful in OPACCA. A 12-month return-for-service commitment with Covenant Health, in at least a 0.50 FTE and within the applicable department, is required. Employment under this position is governed by the terms outlined in “Local Condition XI, Addendum C – Re: Educational Opportunities: advanced studies in critical care orientation program, perioperative nursing program, obstetrics or the emergency room orientation program” of the Multi-Employer/UNA collective agreement.
Preferred Qualifications:Current ACLS and charge nurse experience. Excellent assessment, organization and documentation skills required. Strong interpersonal communication, stress management and conflict management skills. Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to identify own learning needs, seek guidance in professional practice when deficits occur and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional growth and development.
Hiring Requirements
Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.
The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.
Be the Difference
Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.