Assistant Head Nurse in Banff

Join the Emergency Department team at Banff Mineral Springs Hospital and provide clinical leadership in a dynamic rural healthcare setting. The Assistant Head Nurse (AHN) supports high-quality, patient- and family-centred care through effective leadership, functional supervision, and frontline Registered Nursing practice as required.

Working closely with the Unit Manager, the AHN promotes evidence-informed nursing practice, supports staff development, and contributes to quality improvement initiatives. A key aspect of the role is fostering strong collaboration between the Emergency Department and Acute Care teams to ensure seamless patient flow, coordinated care planning, efficient admissions and transfers, and continuity of care.

The AHN serves as a clinical resource and mentor, demonstrating sound judgement, critical thinking, and strong leadership skills. This position supports a positive work environment through effective communication, teamwork, and multidisciplinary learning while helping to resolve staff concerns and promote professional growth.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse leader who is passionate about emergency care, collaboration, and supporting a high-performing team in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of a Registered Nurse program or recognized equivalent required.
• Active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) or College of Registered Psychiatric Nurse of Alberta (CRPNA) is required.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.
• Minimum three to five years of recent Emergency Department nursing experience, including triage, assessment, stabilization, and management of acute and complex patient presentations.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.
• Current Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and Trauma Nursing Core Course certifications are assets.
• Leadership experience in a charge nurse, educator, preceptor, or supervisory role preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of emergency nursing standards and patient safety principles.
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and team-building skills.
• Rural healthcare experience and a commitment to staff development are assets.

Hiring Requirements:

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work: Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.