At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide exceptional care to newborns and support their families in a dynamic NICU environment.
- Company: Grande Prairie Regional Hospital, a leader in healthcare for northern Alberta.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, remote retention allowance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a passionate team dedicated to patient-centered care in a vibrant community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of infants and their families every day.
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse with strong communication and critical thinking skills.
The predicted salary is between 55.79 - 55.79 $ per hour.
The city of Grande Prairie is located in northwest Alberta and has something for everyone! We are a growing city with close to 70,000 residents. In addition to a state of the art recreation facility, there are many outdoor and indoor activities available at our numerous parks and golf courses. Grande Prairie also has a vibrant arts and culture community, live theatre and a multitude of dining and shopping opportunities.
The Grande Prairie Regional Hospital (GPRH) is bringing care closer to home for the nearly 400,000 Albertans living in the North Zone. Every day, you can deliver excellence in care in Grande Prairie alongside an interdisciplinary team of passionate and dedicated professionals.
As the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse, you will report to the manager of the NICU, and your primary focus will be the delivery of care to infants and their families. As a NICU nurse your responsibilities will include:
- Providing leadership in both a complex and unpredictable care environment.
- Identifying changes in the infant’s specific health patterns.
- Formulating nursing diagnosis and problem solving.
- Contributing to positive outcomes for patients and their families.
The GPRH NICU is the only NICU north of the Edmonton area and consists of 21 care spaces. As a Level 2 NICU, we provide care for neonates born at 32 weeks gestation and up to 28 days of age. Strong communication skills, critical thinking ability, time management skills with a commitment to best-practice and family centered care are required for success in this area. You will be expected to be trained and attend high risk deliveries.
AHS offers a competitive rate of pay and currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.
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.
Required Qualifications:
- 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.
Additional Required Qualifications:
- Basic computer skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to establish strong working relationships with colleagues and patients and work within an interdisciplinary team.
- Adaptability to a constantly changing environment.
- Commitment to providing patient and family-centered care.
- Proficient critical thinking skills.
- Strong commitment to improving care and working towards best practice.
- Personal commitment to maintaining continuing competency and professional development.
- Ability to manage and effectively prioritize a variety of demands concurrently.
- Active participation and contribution to improving the work environment.
- Ability to work shift work.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements including but not limited to sitting and standing for long periods, lifting, bending, twisting, squatting, pushing and pulling.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous NICU experience.
- NRP certification.
- ACoRN certification.
- PALS certification.
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.
AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care in Grande Prairie 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.
