Registered Psychiatric Nurse
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- Nursing
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- COV00053517 Requisition #
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- Nov 04, 2025 Post Date
- Classification: Registered Psychiatric Nurse
- Union: COV UNA
- Unit and Program: Emergency Mental Health
- Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
- FTE: 0.65
- Posting End Date: 13-NOV-2025
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
- Date Available: 24-NOV-2025
- Temporary End Date: 25-MAY-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 12
- Shifts per cycle: 37
- Shift Pattern: Evenings
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $43.26
- Maximum Salary: $59.21
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Graduate of a RN or RPN program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with the CRPNA and/or CRNA required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required. If you have not practiced as a RN/RPN within the last 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:Two years of Addictions and/or Mental Health experience within the last 3 years. 2 years' experience in emergency or acute in-patient unit. New grads who have completed a final preceptorship in an Addiction and/or Mental Health site or emergency may be considered. Knowledge of verbal de-escalation techniques. Knowledge of the Mental Health Act. Understanding of CIWA and COWS/management of acute substance withdrawal. Experience in various risk assessment i.e. Suicide risk, Homicidal risk, VAST, Domestic Violence screening. Duration of position subject to operational requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:Certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) preferred. Connect Care trained.
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.