Your Opportunity
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 opening its doors in 1969, the Misericordia Community Hospital has offered both professional development opportunities and the ease of urban living. This full-service hospital provides specialized care through units like emergency, surgery and neonatal intensive care—supporting the holistic wellbeing of individuals and families across the city and beyond. Our Orthopaedic Unit (6 West) is a 28-bed, fast-paced acute care unit within the Surgical Program. As a member of this team, you will have the opportunity to provide high‑quality care to a diverse group of patients and families. Our unit specializes in the management of acute orthopaedic patients—including trauma, joint reconstruction, and complex surgical cases—while also supporting all surgical services at the site. This role is an integral part of our care team, providing leadership, mentorship, and educationto patients, families, and colleagues. Team members on 6 West work in a strong interdisciplinary workplace that values collaboration, clinical excellence, and continual learning. The unit offers an ideal opportunity for individuals seeking to develop advanced assessment skills, enhance surgical nursing expertise, and thrive in a supportive yet high‑acuity setting.



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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.

Job Details

Classification: Assistant Head Nurse 1957.50

Union: COV UNA

Unit and Program: 6 West Orthopedics MCH

Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: At (UNA only)

FTE: 1.00

Posting End Date: 18-SEP-2026

Employee Class: Regular Full Time

Date Available: 28-SEP-2026

Hours per Shift: 11.25

Length of Shift in weeks: 12





Shifts per cycle: 40

Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends

Days Off: As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary: $46.05

Maximum Salary: $63.02

Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

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
Minimum three (2) years of recent inpatient surgical nursing experience (general/orthopedic surgery) within the last two years. Minimum one (1) year of recent charge nurse experience in an inpatient surgical setting within the last two years. Ability to independently manage patient assignments and respond to emergencies (e.g., code blue, rapid response). Physically able to stand and walk for extended periods and regularly lift over 10 pounds. Proficient in computerized environments, including MS Office Suite. Flexible, tactful, and skilled in conflict resolution with a positive leadership style. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Self-motivated, solution-oriented, and effective in problem-solving. Committed to safe, ethical, and effective patient care. Effective team participant and leader in multidisciplinary settings. Excellent organizational and decision-making abilities.

Preferred Qualifications
Recent Assistant Head Nurse experience would be considered an asset.

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📌 Assistant Head Nurse - Ortho 6W MCH (Alberta)
🏢 Covenant Health Canada
📍 Alberta