Registered Nurse
Your Opportunity:
Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse (RN) with perioperative training and experience to join our surgical team. Ponoka Hospital currently provides endoscopy and obstetrical services and is expanding its surgical program to include cataract surgery, creating an excellent opportunity to enhance your skills in a dynamic perioperative environment. Previous operating room experience is considered an asset and will support a smooth transition into the role. We are committed to supporting your professional development and offer educational opportunities designed to build knowledge, confidence, and competence within the perioperative setting. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside a collaborative multidisciplinary team while contributing to the delivery of high-quality patient care in a rural healthcare setting. Beyond the workplace, Ponoka offers the benefits of small-town living with convenient access to urban amenities. Located between Edmonton and Red Deer along the QEII corridor, the community provides affordable housing, excellent recreational opportunities, local schools, and a welcoming atmosphere. Residents enjoy access to parks, walking trails, sports and cultural activities, and the natural beauty of central Alberta. Ponoka's strong sense of community and family-friendly environment make it an ideal place to build both a rewarding nursing career and a fulfilling lifestyle.
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. 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.
- Classification: Registered Nurse
- Union: United Nurses of Alberta
- Unit and Program: Operating Room/ Day Surgery/ Endoscopy
- Primary Location: Ponoka Hospital and Care Centr
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
- FTE: 0.42
- Posting End Date: 17-AUG-2026
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
- Date Available: 14-SEP-2026
- Temporary End Date: 12-SEP-2027
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 4
- Shifts per cycle: 8
- Shift Pattern: Days, On Call
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $44.56
- Maximum Salary: $60.98
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
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 past five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required prior to employment: CRNA Medication Management (Chapters 1-4): https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/learning-and-development/learning-modules NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification: https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271.
Additional Required Qualifications:Completion or registration in the Peri-Operative Course. 2 years previous endoscopy or surgical experience. 2 years previous day surgery experience.
Preferred Qualifications:As Required.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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