Assistant Head Nurse in Edmonton

Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our team is what makes us special. As one of Alberta’s Top Employers for the past decade with one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, we offer a workplace where you can grow, feel supported and make a meaningful difference. Since 1988, the Grey Nuns Community Hospital has supported southeast Edmonton and the surrounding area with compassionate, full-service care that meets a wide range of health needs. Our Postpartum Units foster the idea of supporting mother newborn dyad, and we are recognized by the Breastfeeding Committee of Canada as a designated Baby Friendly Hospital. This role is an integral part of the team providing support and education to our patients and families. If you are passionate about supporting a diverse patient group with different needs, you will find purpose here.

Our team provides comprehensive multidisciplinary assessments, individualized care and tailored treatment to support each patient’s individual journey towards their wellness goal. We are looking for people who can work well in team settings, display strong critical thinking skills and are intrinsically motivated to make a difference in their role. Your care is highly impactful in supporting holistic care, helping others achieve their best self and living out Covenant Health’s core values every day. Are you ready to be the difference in health care? Make your impact by delivering quality, compassionate care to people across the province. Join Covenant Health today!

The Assistant Head Nurse (AHN) provides effective clinical leadership, functional supervision and, as needed, performs front line Registered Nursing duties. The AHN promotes and models leadership competencies by demonstrating good judgement and critical thinking skills, and developing and maintaining strong nursing practice in the designated scope of practice. The AHN fosters team effectiveness, demonstrating excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, communicating effectively and seeking to resolve staff issues. The AHN develops a supportive environment for multidisciplinary learning.

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 two years of recent RN Charge experience in Postpartum required.
• Current NRP certification required.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership skills, with the ability to provide direct Registered Nursing care as required.
• Commitment to safe, ethical, quality patient care.
• Strong critical thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, de-escalation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and foster interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Commitment to staff development and Covenant Health’s mission, vision, and values.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Connect Care training with Stork application.

Hiring Requirements:

• 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.