Registered Nurse
Your Opportunity:
As a member of the Specialized Geriatric Services (SGS) team, the nurse will work on the in-patient units, in the clinic or community, with support from the Seniors Ambulatory Clinic and Acute Care of the Elderly (ACE) at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre. This position provides assessment, consultation and community linkage for frail seniors in their homes and community-dwelling environment. In collaboration with the Specialized Geriatric Services team (Physicians and other team members) and community stakeholders, the nurse will administer a Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA), plan, implement and evaluate the care of older persons with complex health problems in acute care, their homes or community-dwelling. In collaboration with the Specialized Geriatric Services physician, formulate a coordinated care plan with the older adult and/or agent that is designed to address conditions identified in the Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment and to meet the goals of the older adult. The care plan would then be shared with the Specialized Geriatric Services team, the most responsible health care provider and care partner team. Additionally, the nurse will provide follow-up to monitor the implementation of recommendations and adjust plans as necessary. As part of an interdisciplinary team, the nurse participates in regular team meetings with the Specialized Geriatric Services team to review client care and recommendations. The nurse will also provide education directly to older adults, families and care providers/partners.
Description:
As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $39.58 - $54.16 per hour. Upon obtaining a full licence, the rate of pay will be adjusted to the applicable Registered Nurse rate in accordance with UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii) as applicable.
- Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
- Classification: Registered Nurse
- Union: United Nurses of Alberta
- Unit and Program: Specialized Geriatric Services (SGS)
- Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: At or Out of (UNA only)
- FTE: 0.00
- Posting End Date: 15-DEC-2025
- Employee Class: Casual/Relief
- Date Available: 25-DEC-2025
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
- Shifts per cycle: Varies
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Other
- Minimum Salary: $43.26
- Maximum Salary: $59.21
- Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required
Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification. If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the past five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required prior to employment: CRNA Medication Management (Chapters 1-4): https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/learning-and-development/learning-modules NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification: https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271.
Additional Required Qualifications:A minimum of 5 years experience working in Continuing Care - Homecare & Gerontology within the past 7 years. Additional training in Gerontology is required with knowledge, skills and experience performing functional and cognitive screening tests such as the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS), Geriatric Anxiety Inventory (GAI), Frontal Assessment Battery (FAB), Functional Activities Questionnaire (FAQ), Addenbrooke Cognitive Examination III (ACE III), Trails A & B. Excellent oral and written communication skills and proficiency in computer skills. Demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem-solving ability in a team environment. Demonstrated ability to function and collaborate within an interdisciplinary team focused on quality client outcomes through best practice consultative care recommendations. Demonstrated desire and passion for working with the older adult population along with their families. Excellent organizational skills and time management skills. Working knowledge of community resources within Red Deer City and the surrounding area. Ability to adapt to change and be flexible in an ever-changing environment.
Preferred Qualifications:Master's degree in nursing. Canadian Nursing Association certification in Gerontology. Previous experience with a Geriatric Outreach team. Experience conducting an environmental risk assessment and safety visit plan. Experience working with patients with a major neurocognitive disorder and/or cognitive impairment in a community setting. Non- Violent Crisis Intervention certification.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
