Your Opportunity

Step into a dynamic and highly specialized role where your expertise directly shapes surgical outcomes and patient experiences. As a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA), you will deliver enhanced perioperative nursing care across a wide range of surgical specialties within the operating room. In this role, you will work in close collaboration with surgeons and the perioperative team, assisting within the RNFA scope of practice and supporting patients throughout the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of care.

Responsibilities will be in accordance with Operating Room Nurses Association of Canada (ORNAC) guidelines and organizational policies. Drawing on your in-depth knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, and surgical techniques, you will contribute confidently and competently to surgical procedures and patient outcomes. This role emphasizes evidence-based practice, quality improvement, patient advocacy, and continuity of care in a fast-paced, technologically evolving environment.

Your ability to adapt, think critically, and make sound clinical decisions will be essential to delivering safe, high-quality care.

Professional Development Opportunity

Candidates who are not yet RNFA-certified are encouraged to apply if they have a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, at least five (5) years of current operating room experience, including intraoperative experience, and meet the RNFA Program admission requirements set by the National Institute of First Assisting (NIFA).Successful applicants may be eligible for employer- supported RNFA certification through a structured education program delivered in partnership with NIFA. Successful completion of the program is a condition of employment. Please see the additional required qualifications section for more information.

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: Surgical Suites Primary Location: Peter Lougheed Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: At (UNA only) FTE: 0.76 Posting End Date: 10-SEP-2026 Employee Class: Regular Part Time Date Available: 30-SEP-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 8 Shifts per cycle: 29 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call 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





Candidates must possess a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, completion of an accredited RNFA program, and a minimum of five (5) years of perioperative nursing experience. CNA Certification in Perioperative Nursing. Active CNA membership.

Candidates must also demonstrate strong leadership and mentorship abilities; excellent communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills within a highly complex interdisciplinary environment; and proficiency in critical thinking, problem-solving, and conflict resolution. The role requires adaptability in a fast-paced surgical setting, effective time management, and the ability to stand scrubbed for extended periods while wearing personal protective equipment, including but not limited to apron radiographic protection, to safely support the surgical team. Candidates applying for the Professional Development Opportunity must meet the required qualifications listed above and the RNFA Program admission requirements set by the National Institute of First Assisting (NIFA).

Participation in the Program will require a Return for Service Agreement. The program is full-time and approximately 6 months in duration; timelines may vary based on service delivery, location, Canadian Nursing Association examination schedules and individual learner progression. Travel may be required.

Candidates who require more information regarding the Professional Development Prospect are encouraged to contact [email protected].

Preferred Qualifications

Active AAN membership.

Perioperative

Certificate from an accredited post-secondary institution. Previous RNFA experience in a variety of surgical specialties.

Certified Registered Nurse First

Assist (CRNFA) designation or willingness to attain. ACLS Certification. PALS Certification. Completion of RN prescribing modules. Membership with one of the following Professional Associations: ORNAC, RNFANC or AORN.

📌 Registered Nurse - Perioperative (Calgary)
🏢 Alberta Health Services
📍 Calgary