Position Details
Position Status: Casual Location: Royal Park, Complex Continuing Care BW Hours:
0.00 [http://0.00] FTE: 0.00 [http://0.00] Shift: Days/Evenings/Nights Shift
Times: 0700-1515/1500-2315/2300-0715 Union: Non Union Nursing Rate of Pay:
$39.21 [http://39.21] - $51.46 [http://51.46] plus applicable Educational
Allowance PCN: N/A
Date Competition Closes: November 10, 2025
The Opportunity
Position Summary:
Reporting directly to the Director of Care, the Registered Nurse (RN) is a
regulated member of the interprofessional health care team who is responsible
for completing comprehensive client assessments, developing and implementing
client plans/care that address both physical and psycho-social care needs. This
position monitors on-going client care and condition to ensure optimum
functioning and assumes professional accountability for complex/unstable
clients. This position administers prescribed medications, supervises the
delivery of medications by unregulated staff and collaborates with the
interdisciplinary team. The registered nurse teaches, counsels and advocates to
enhance health and well being of clients and families.
The focus and core of all nursing practice is the provision of direct care to
clients. Four domains are identifiable within the profession of nursing:
clinical practice, administration, education and research. Key roles in clinical
practice include: direct care provider, critical thinker, assessor and
interpreter, coordinator of care, planner and evaluator, participant, developer
and/or leader in quality improvement activities, decision maker and problem
solver, case manager, client advocate, leader and mentor (College and
Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta [CARNA], Scope of Practice for
Registered Nurses, 2011). The nurse performs restricted activities and provides
care to the needs of the client population and the service delivery system/model
of care.
In keeping with Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) Code of Ethics, CARNA’s
Nursing Practice Standards and Guidelines, Carewest’s Frame of Reference,
Philosophy of Care, and Carewest’s policies this position maintains professional
and ethical standards at all times. The demonstration of leadership is critical
for success in this position. Responsible for other related duties as required.
Program Summary: Complex Care – for frail seniors who require the care of an
interdisciplinary team to maintain and improve quality of life in safe,
comfortable and supportive environments. Carewest offers a mix of secured and
unsecured units.
Qualifications & Experience:
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Graduation from a recognized nursing program;
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BScN is preferred;
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CNA Certification an asset (e.g. Gerontology, Rehabilitation, Hospice and
Palliative Nursing).
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Current and active registration with CARNA required.
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Current and active Basic Life Support Provider CPR is required.
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3 years nursing experience is preferred.
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Demonstrated leadership skills required.
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