Lead staff assignments and patient flow as an Assistant Head Nurse at Devon General Hospital, providing frontline nursing care when required. Work across days, evenings, nights, and weekends according to rotation.
This regular full-time Assistant Head Nurse serves the Rural Med/Long Term Care Unit. The position provides nursing leadership, clinical resources, patient advocacy, and operational support. You will promote quality care and address complex health care issues with patients, interprofessional teams, administrators, and policy makers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate staff assignments and patient flow
- Provide frontline nursing care as required
- Act as a nursing role model and clinical resource
- Advocate for nursing staff and patient families
- Implement operational priorities and promote quality care
Requirements:
- Complete an accredited nursing education program
- Hold or qualify for CRNA registration and practice permit
- Maintain current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification
- Provide safe, quality patient and family centered care
Apply advanced judgment, clinical experience, and nursing leadership to support complex care at Devon General Hospital.
Assistant Head Nurse Rural Med employer: Alberta Health Services
Alberta Health Services is an exceptional employer that prioritizes patient care and quality improvement, making it a rewarding place for professionals in the healthcare sector. With a strong commitment to employee development, collaborative work culture, and a focus on meaningful impact, this role offers unique opportunities to lead initiatives that enhance patient relations across the province. Located in Alberta, employees benefit from a supportive environment that values innovation and continuous learning.
