Recovery Alberta operating in the Northern Lights Regional Health Centre has an exciting opportunity for a Permanent Full Time Registered Nurse on the Inpatient Psychiatry Unit.Located in beautiful Fort McMurray which resides on Treaty 8 territory, and on the traditional lands of the Metis. This city is a family-forward city with lively social, arts, recreational and cultural opportunities. Located in Canada's boreal forest with lakes and rivers nearby, along with four provincial parks in the area, it offers a stunning landscape and a great view of the Northern Lights. Pleasant summer days and midnight sunsets make Northern Alberta an unforgettable place to live.In addition to a competitive rate of pay, Recovery Alberta currently has a Fort McMurray Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $12,480. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.

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 of Recovery Alberta.PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 - $55.79 per hour. Upon being entered into the register as a Registered Nurse, the rate of pay will be adjusted in accordance with the UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii), as applicable.

- Classification: Registered Nurse
- Union: United Nurses of Alberta
- Unit and Program: Inpatient Psychiatry/Mental Health & Addiction
- Primary Location:



Northern Lights Regional HC
- Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 30-OCT-2026
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
- Length of Shift in weeks: 12
- Shifts per cycle: 40
- 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: Inpatient Psychiatry/Mental Health & Addiction
- Primary Location: Northern Lights Regional HC
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 30-OCT-2026
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
- Hours per Shift: 11.08
- Length of Shift in weeks: 12
- Shifts per cycle: 40
- 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).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Knowledge of evidence-based addiction and mental health treatment modalities.Working knowledge of the Alberta Mental Health Act and Health Information Act (HIA).Robust critical thinking, clinical decision-making, and problem-solving skills.Experience with recovery-oriented and trauma-informed care practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum three (3) years of recent Addiction and Mental Health experience, preferably in an Inpatient Psychiatry setting.Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.Knowledge of patient- and family-centred care principles.Demonstrated ability to independently complete mental status assessments and develop care plans.

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North Zone RA, Fort McMurray, Northern Lights Regional HC

📌 Registered Nurse (Fort McMurray)
🏢 Recovery Alberta
📍 Fort McMurray