At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate nursing care in the operating room and support patient well-being.
- Company: Join Alberta Health Services, a leader in patient-centered healthcare.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible shifts, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team dedicated to health promotion and community wellness.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while working in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Must have nursing education, registration eligibility, and operating room experience.
The predicted salary is between 55.79 - 55.79 $ per hour.
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:
- Previous operating room experience including scrub and circulating functions in a Surgical Suite setting is required.
- Peri-operative course is required or a minimum of 2 years current experience in the scrub/circulatory role within a Surgical Suite.
- Current experience is defined as working in an OR setting within the past 2 years.
- The ability to cope and effectively perform in stressful and/or emergency situations is essential.
- The incumbent must possess leadership and decision-making ability and be able to exercise sound judgement and use initiative.
- Good interpersonal and public relations skills as well as good communication skills, oral and written are essential.
- Good organization and coordination skills required.
- The position is very physically demanding. Must be able to lift.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Recent peri-operative nursing experience with General Surgery. Orthopedics and OB/GYN is an asset.
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 – Operating Room in St. Albert 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.
