Are you passionate about caring for children and families? Perhaps a career on Pediatrics is for you! This position acts as a primary care provider, using professional knowledge, technical and interpersonal skills, clinical judgment and nursing processes to deliver skilled nursing care to individuals and families with a variety of health care needs.Successful applicant will:Competently utilize nursing process in providing direct patient care to medical and surgical children ages newborn-16 yearsHave strong pediatric assessment skills with appropriate intervention skill setInvolve and advocate for the family in all matters of careWork in a family centered care environmentIndependently and effectively make decisions and able to adapt to changing situationsHave strong skills in organization and priority settingHave strong skills in building commitment and trust with clients and co-workersWork collaboratively with the inter-disciplinary teamServe as a mentor/preceptor to other staff members and studentsPromote/maintain safe work environmentThorough orientation program offered to support new graduates to experienced staff. We are excited to work with you!

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 26/Pediatrics

Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital

Multi-Site: At (UNA only)

FTE: 0.63

Posting End Date: 09-OCT-2026

Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits

Date Available: 19-OCT-2026

Temporary End Date: 17-APR-2028

Length of Shift in weeks: 4

Shifts per cycle: 12

Days Off: As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary: $44.56

Maximum Salary: $60.98

Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Classification: Registered Nurse

Union: United Nurses of Alberta

Unit and Program: Unit 26/Pediatrics

Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: At (UNA only)

FTE: 0.63

Posting End Date: 09-OCT-2026

Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits

Date Available: 19-OCT-2026

Hours per Shift: 7.75

Length of Shift in weeks: 4

Shifts per cycle: 12

Shift Pattern: Days, 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:
Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred - Applicants with an equivalent combination of education, experience and personal attributes may be consideredActive registration and practice permit with the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA)Basic Cardiac Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP)



is requiredGraduation from a recognized nursing education programBasic computer literacyExcellent communication and interpersonal skills and a strong Family Centered Care philosophyAbility to be physically confined to an area due to job demandsAbility to maintain confidentiality of all patient information and health recordsAbility to adhere to nursing policy and practice standardsAbility to maintain adherence to Canadian Nurses Association Code of EthicsAbility to identify own strengths and weaknesses and showing initiative for improvementAbility to work effectively and efficiently with others and accept changeAbility and availability to pick up a combination of days, evenings, nights, weekends and short-call shiftsPersonal Suitability:Evidence of strong interpersonal and effective communication skills in all encountersEvidence of initiative, flexibility and sound judgmentEvidence of thoroughness and attention to detailEvidence of maturity and stabilityEvidence of positive attitude, caring and concernEvidence of punctual and regular attendance

Preferred Qualifications:
Recent Pediatric experience preferredRecent Charge Nurse experience preferred

Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it’s about putting patients’ and families’ experiences, priorities and trust first.

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📌 Registered Nurse - Pediatrics (Alberta)
🏢 Alberta Health Services
📍 Alberta