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- COV00055723 Requisition #
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- 1 day ago Post Date
Your Opportunity:
Reporting to the Program Manager of Operative Services, the Unit Manager is primarily accountable for the day-to-day management of PACU (Post Anesthetic Care Unit), OR Booking Office, and Pre-Admission Clinic, which includes direct supervision of unit staff. This role interacts with physicians, nursing staff, other unit staff, and other departments and interdisciplinary team members on a daily basis and provides clinical support to patient/resident care by exception only. The position facilitates and fosters interdisciplinary participation in patient/resident care activities and coaches, mentors, motivates and empowers clinical staff. The Unit Manager creates a climate of interdepartmental respect and collaboration, and adheres and models the Covenant Health mission, vision and values. The responsibilities of this position are focused around four critical aspects of care and service: People and teams, Access and flow, Quality and safety, Efficiency and resources. This position is non-unionized.
Description:
Reporting to the Program Manager of Operative Services, the Unit Manager is primarily accountable for the day-to-day management of PACU (Post Anesthetic Care Unit), OR Booking Office, and Pre-Admission Clinic, which includes direct supervision of unit staff. This role interacts with physicians, nursing staff, other unit staff, and other departments and interdisciplinary team members on a daily basis and provides clinical support to patient/resident care by exception only. The position facilitates and fosters interdisciplinary participation in patient/resident care activities and coaches, mentors, motivates and empowers clinical staff. The Unit Manager creates a climate of interdepartmental respect and collaboration, and adheres and models the Covenant Health mission, vision and values. The responsibilities of this position are focused around four critical aspects of care and service: People and teams, Access and flow, Quality and safety, Efficiency and resources. This position is non-unionized.
- Classification: Unit Manager
- Union: COV OUT OF SCOPE
- Unit and Program: Operative Services
- Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 17-MAR-2026
- Date Available: 01-MAY-2026
- Temporary End Date: 30-JUN-2027
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 4
- Shifts per cycle: 20
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Hourly Salary: $43.85
- Maximum Hourly Salary: $65.78
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Baccalaureate degree in Nursing (BScN) required. Current registration from the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) required. Current Heart and Stroke Foundation B.L.S. Certification (Level C) Health Care Provider required. Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience in operating room or critical care setting. Charge nurse experience required.
Additional Required Qualifications:Comfortable working and communicating with physicians (surgeons), nurses, clerical and executives (vice presidents, executive directors, directors), delivering difficult messages and working toward collaborative resolutions. Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills. Ability to work in a fast paced, highly stressful environment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to provide leadership and function as a team member. Excellent organizational and conflict resolution skills. Ability to be objective in decision making. Commitment to safe, effective and ethical patient care and work practices. Commitment to Covenant Health Mission and Values. Proven dependability and accountability
Preferred Qualifications:Graduate degree in business administration, adult education, health care profession, or related field preferred. Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory/management experience preferred.
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.