A Registered Nurse for Unit 210 Surgical Suite in the Orthopedic Surgery Centre (OSC) at the Royal Alexandra Hospital is responsible for providing patient care for arthroplasty, urology, bariatric and general surgery procedures. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent communication, problem solving, teaching, and interpersonal skills. As a member of the multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate must have the ability to recognize and assist with management of pre and post anesthesia/surgical complications and complexities. The Nurse will demonstrate competence in delivering safe, effective, and effective care in the preoperative and post-operative (PACU) settings. Experience working in the Operating Room is also an asset. The Registered Nurse promotes the professional role and evaluates their own professional education and clinical practice standards. The scope of practice is a continuum ranging from basic to advanced clinical nursing activities, and the nurse will practice using evidence-based measures and outcomes. The Registered Nurse is a patient advocate and provides a link between the OSC 210 Surgical Suite and the post-operative units.

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 Suite, Orthopedic Surgery Centre

Multi-Site: At (UNA only)

FTE: 0.75

Posting End Date: 09-NOV-2026

Employee Class: Regular Part Time

Date Available: 30-NOV-2026

Length of Shift in weeks: 12

Shifts per cycle: 43

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: Surgical Suite, Orthopedic Surgery Centre

Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: At (UNA only)

FTE: 0.75

Posting End Date: 09-NOV-2026

Employee Class: Regular Part Time

Date Available: 30-NOV-2026

Hours per Shift: 7.75

Length of Shift in weeks: 12

Shifts per cycle: 43

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:
MUST have current PACU experience in an acute care surgical suite.Ability to perform consistently in a highly organized and rapid moving environment.Ability to collaborate within the expectations of an integrated team.Demonstrates advanced problem-solving skills integrating critical thinking and good judgment.Demonstrates communication skills promoting respect and team spirit.Connect Care required. Basic computer skills required.

Preferred Qualifications:
Recent Pre-Op experience preferred.Operating Room experience an asset.

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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📌 Registered Nurse - Pre Op / PACU (Alberta)
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