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Description:
Description: 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. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the UNA Collective Agreement.

Classification: Assistant Head Nurse

Union: COV UNA

Unit and Program: Resident Care Managers EGCCC

Primary Location: Edmonton General EGCCC

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: At (UNA only)

FTE: 1.00

Posting End Date: 04-SEP-2026

Employee Class: Regular Full Time

Date Available: 14-SEP-2026

Hours per Shift: 7.75

Length of Shift in weeks: 12

Shifts per cycle: 57

Shift Pattern: Days

Days Off: As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary: $46.05

Maximum Salary: $63.02

Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:
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.

Additional Required Qualifications:
Recent Charge Nurse experience as an RN. Recent RN experience in Continuing Care. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach. Demonstrated leadership, organizational, critical thinking, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to make independent clinical decisions and work effectively both independently and within an interdisciplinary team. Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications:
Recent AHN experience is preferred. Connect care experience.

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 of 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.

Be the Difference
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.

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📌 Assistant Head Nurse (Alberta)
🏢 Covenant Health Canada
📍 Alberta