Unit Manager - Emergency
- Classification: Unit Manager
- Union: Exempt
- Unit and Program: Emergency
- Primary Location: U of A Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Negotiable Location: Within Edmonton Zone
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 26-FEB-2026
- Date Available: 08-MAR-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75, 9.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 6
- Shifts per cycle: 25
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $40.19
- Maximum Salary: $68.93
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
The Unit Manager position requires graduation from a recognized nursing education program, a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing, and current CRNA registration. BCLS–HCP certification is required, along with a minimum of five years of recent and relevant Emergency nursing experience and at least two years of supervisory experience. A combination of education and experience may be considered. Application package provides examples of excellent communication skills. As this role includes a significant clinical component, demonstrated clinical emergency nursing competence is essential, and the successful candidate must be able to effectively balance direct clinical responsibilities with administrative duties, along with the clinical experience necessary to make timely decisions in a fast paced care environment.
Additional Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive and enthusiastic attitude, a willingness to take on new challenges, and the ability to communicate in a professional, caring, and compassionate manner. They must have a proven record of leading teams, fostering strong interpersonal relationships, and supporting team development, as well as strong organizational, change management, and decision making skills. Effective oral and written communication skills are required. Experience with family centered care and a collaborative, team based approach is expected.
Preferred Qualifications:
Management experience preferred. Courses: A Leader's Guide to the LEADS Self-Assessment, Change Management Series (CMS) - Part 1 - Leading People Through Transition.
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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