Your Opportunity

Wetaskiwin Hospital and Care Centre (WHCC) has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse (RN). This position will report to the Unit Manager - Wetaskiwin and will support the medical unit. The RN will be committed to providing open communication and feedback with respect for colleagues, care providers, patients and families. The RN will also work as a member of a health care team, collaborating on the delivery of care to meet the needs of the patients/clients. The RN participates in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care and should expect to work to their full scope of practice. This position offers the opportunity for both personal and professional development within a variety of teams. Your orientation will consist of online learning, classroom time and buddy shifts to the unit. Extended orientation for new grads is available. The place of work is in a community designated for Canada Student Loan Forgiveness.

Wetaskiwin

Hospital and Care Centre is a large rural hospital with 3 inpatient units ranging from 16 - 27 beds. The facility also includes an Emergency department, Operating Rooms, an Obstetrical unit, and other community outpatient programs such as Endoscopy, rehabilitation services, Laboratory and Diagnostic Imaging. Wetaskiwin is located 70 km south of Edmonton in the heart of Central Alberta. Wetaskiwin is a city rich in history, culture and diversity. From the historic downtown to golf courses, fitness programs, and NASCAR racetrack, there is always something to do in Wetaskiwin! Please note that it is policy that all applications are made online and resumes dropped off will not be accepted.

Description

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.

PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 to $55.79 per hour. Upon obtaining a full practice permit, the rate of pay will be adjusted to the applicable Registered Nurse rate in accordance with UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii), as applicable.

Classification: Registered Nurse Union: United Nurses of Alberta Unit and Program: Unit 33, Acute Care Primary Location: Wetaskiwin Hospital & Care Ctr Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: At (UNA only) FTE: 0.60 Posting End Date: 24-AUG-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Advantages Date Available: 03-SEP-2026 Temporary End Date: 31-AUG-2027 Hours per Shift: 11.08 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 24 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $44.56 Maximum Salary: $60.98 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

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

Minimum (1) year employment as a registered nurse in acute care in the last (3) years. Strong communication skills both written and orally.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale. Connect Care trained. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training course.

📌 Registered Nurse (Wetaskiwin)
🏢 Alberta Health Services
📍 Wetaskiwin