Registered Psychiatric Nurse
- Transition Company: Recovery Alberta
- Classification: Registered Psych Nurse 2022.75
- Union: United Nurses of Alberta
- Unit and Program: Unit 3-4
- Primary Location: Alberta Hospital Edmonton
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
- FTE: 0.40
- Posting End Date: 15-DEC-2025
- Employee Class: Regular Part Time
- Date Available: 28-DEC-2025
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 5
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $43.26
- Maximum Salary: $59.21
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Completion of an accredited psychiatric nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta (CRPNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification.
Additional Required Qualifications:Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Recent clinical experience in Acute Adult In-patient Psychiatric Mental Health, or Forensic Psychiatry, or Correctional setting. Consideration will be taken for individuals who have completed a preceptorship program through an accredited nursing program on a Forensic Unit/Correctional setting. Working knowledge of relevant legislation is required, including the Alberta Mental Health Act and POPA/ATIA. Working knowledge of psychotropic medications and psychopathology. Working knowledge and understanding of the principles of trauma-informed care. Working knowledge of the DSM-V. Working knowledge of non-violent crisis de-escalation strategies/techniques to assist with complex behavioral needs. Certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or ability to obtain same within 3 months of hire is required. Working knowledge of the CoAct model of care.
Preferred Qualifications:Recent or continuous Psychiatric ICU, Forensic or Correctional experience is preferred. Sound knowledge of the Alberta Review Board Processes is a great addition. Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification preferred. Critical Thinking Abilities and the ability to Lead. Preference will be given to candidates who are skilled in engagement, de-escalation, and maintaining healthy boundaries, while providing excellent care in a collaborative team environment.
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.
