Nurse Practitioner

NP MRHP as part of the Care Team to support both LTC and acute care ALC. A NP with a gerontology focus would be beneficial to the position. Patients are admitted and discharged to the physician who is the MRP. The physician is responsible for the overall trajectory of the patient care. The NP is an independent autonomous practitioner who is responsible for the care they provide to patients. Clearly defined roles and expectations support practitioners within a collaborative care team.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Operations or Program Manager, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) is employed in a variety of settings across the continuum of care including acute care and continuing care. The NP uses an evidence-informed holistic approach that emphasizes the nursing professions' values, expertise and education. The majority of time is spent in clinical practice where the NP role includes, but is not limited to:

• Diagnosing and managing common and complex health conditions
• Promoting health and preventing illness/injury
• Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests
• Prescribing pharmaceuticals, medical devices and other therapies
• Performing procedures, interventions and/or treatments

The NP performs restricted activities within their scope of practice as defined by Schedule 24 of the Health Professions Act, the Registered Nurses Profession Regulations, and the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). In some clinical settings, the NP is considered the most responsible provider. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the AUNP Collective Agreement.

Required Qualifications:

• Successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program at a Master of Nursing level.
• Must possess relevant and recent clinical expertise within stream of practice.
• Must be eligible for licensure with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Must be appropriately licensed with the clinical practice stream relevant to area of clinical employment.

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.