Undergraduate Nurse
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- Nursing
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- COV00055502 Requisition #
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- 3 days ago Post Date
Your Opportunity:
We are seeking an Undergraduate Nursing Employee (UNE) to join our Unit 5 Surgery teamc. In this position, you will have the opportunity to work collaboratively within a dynamic multi-disciplinary team, where your skills in assessing, coordinating, administering, and evaluating health services will be key to supporting patient care. As a UNE, you will be expected to demonstrate a strong foundation in nursing knowledge and practice, with the ability to effectively communicate and contribute to team efforts. You will take responsibility for your ongoing professional development, engaging in education, orientation, and quality improvement activities to ensure continuous growth and competence in your role. This role requires the application of nursing standards and protocols to provide safe and effective care. You will work under the supervision of experienced healthcare professionals, offering patient-centered care within the scope of your education and competencies, and seek guidance as needed to enhance your skills. To succeed in this role, you must possess strong interpersonal and organizational abilities, adapt quickly to changing environments, and prioritize effectively. Familiarity with computer systems, specifically Connect Care, will also be essential to ensure seamless delivery of care. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience as an Undergraduate Nursing Employee, allowing you to grow professionally while delivering compassionate, high-quality care to patients. The successful candidate will be expected to have full-time availability throughout the summer, ensuring continuity of care and maximizing the learning experience during this time.
Description:
The Undergraduate Nursing Employee (UNE) is an unregulated member of the nursing team, who functions within the broader interdisciplinary health care team to provide patient centered care under the consultation, guidance and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN) or other regulated healthcare designate. The UNE is accountable for providing safe nursing care to assigned patients in accordance with their formal nursing education preparation and competency and articulating relevant information related to the clients¿ health status, self-care abilities and limitations to the RN or other regulated healthcare designate. This includes conducting holistic nursing assessments to collect comprehensive information on client health status. Contributing to the development and modification of the individualized care plans, implementing therapeutic nursing interventions and evaluating the plan of care to achieve desired outcomes. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the UNA Collective Agreement.
- Classification: Undergraduate Nurse
- Union: COV UNA
- Unit and Program: Unit 5 Surgery SMHC
- Primary Location: St. Mary's Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
- FTE: 0.00
- Posting End Date: 09-MAR-2026
- Employee Class: Casual/Relief
- Date Available: 24-MAR-2026
- Hours per Shift: 11.08
- Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
- Shifts per cycle: Varies
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off: Other
- Minimum Salary: $30.64
- Maximum Salary: $30.64
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Must be currently enrolled in an approved Alberta nursing program (RN or RPN) Must have a current Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (CPR) certification Completed 3rd year of an RN program, or in the final year of an after-degree RN program; or Completed 2nd year of an RPN program Minimum 600 hours of clinical practice within the approved program
Additional Required Qualifications:As required.
Preferred Qualifications:Note: Full-time commitment required throughout the summer. Resume must include details of clinical hours completed and/or expected to be completed by the start date, as well as the current year and term of study.
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.