Registered Nurse - SMH
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- Nursing
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- COV00046121 Requisition #
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- 6 days ago Post Date
Your Opportunity:
St. Michael’s Health Centre provides compassionate continuing care for individuals with diverse needs in a nurturing, homelike environment. Our specialized services range from rehabilitation for post-acute recovery from strokes, surgeries, or accidents, to tailored day programs addressing physical, social, or memory challenges. We prioritize spiritual care and supported living for dementia patients, integrating these vital components into our holistic approach. This comprehensive care model encompasses post-acute rehabilitation programs, complex mental health support, dementia care, supported living at level 2, palliative, and long-term care services. Located 2 hours southeast of Calgary and 1 hour and 30 minutes northwest of the US border, Lethbridge offers an unmatched blend of small-town charm and vibrant amenities. Enjoy a lower cost of living and exceptional quality of life surrounded by over 130 parks, 113 playgrounds, ice skating arenas, multiple hiking trails, and swimming pools. The city's friendly atmosphere, warm Chinook winds, and iconic High-Level Bridge add to its appeal. Covenant Health is deeply rooted in Alberta's integrated health system, with a legacy spanning over 150 years, we deliver quality, innovative services across 17 sites in 12 communities. As one of Canada’s largest Catholic health organizations, Covenant Health is committed to excellence, recognized once again as Alberta’s Top 80 Employers for 2024, and named among the World’s Most Ethical Companies for nine consecutive years.
Description:
The Registered Nurse (RN) participates in nursing assessments and interventions, care planning, implementing prescribed treatments, administering medications, evaluating treatments, and monitoring/documenting treatment progress and patient/resident response. Acting as an advocate, coordinator and liaison for the patient/resident, the RN identifies needs and sets priorities in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. The RN facilitates patient/resident and family education and discharge planning, and may be required to act in a charge nurse capacity. The RN is responsible for the provision of care in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the UNA Collective Agreement.
- Classification: Registered Nurse
- Union: COV UNA
- Unit and Program: Post Acute Rehabilitation Program
- Primary Location: St. Michael's Health Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
- FTE: 0.53
- Posting End Date: 23-SEP-2024
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
- Date Available: 03-OCT-2024
- Temporary End Date: 31-DEC-2025
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 4
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $39.21
- Maximum Salary: $51.46
- 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 PLEASE NOTE: This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within this unit/program/office expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 on the 5th calendar day following the posting date, under LOU #25. In the event that no Regular Employee from this unit/program/office expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of Article 14: Promotions, Transfers and Vacancies. Please be advised this posting may be used to fill multiple identical vacancies arising as a result of the administration of the Trial of Modified Posting Provisions.
Additional Required Qualifications:Previous experience working in a rehabilitation setting required. Ability to diplomatically address patient/family concerns. Excellent spoken and written communication skills. Evidence of continuous learning. Is required to spend considerable time standing, walking and in close supportive contact with patients. Is required to bend, pull, lift, perform variable movements, change position (assume awkward positions), transfer and/or lift adults and transport equipment.
Preferred Qualifications:As required.
Hiring Requirements
The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening: Satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search (as applicable based on position). Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions with Covenant Health.
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