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.

- Classification: Assistant Head Nurse
- Union: COV UNA
- Unit and Program: 5W General Medicine MCH
- Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
- FTE: 0.74
- Posting End Date: 12-NOV-2026
- Employee Class: Regular Part Time
- Date Available: 23-NOV-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 12
- Shifts per cycle: 42
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $46.05
- Maximum Salary: $63.02
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications: 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:

3 years recent acute care experience in a hospital-based medical or General Internal Medicine setting. 2 years demonstrated supervisory or leadership experience (e.g.

Charge

Nurse or other leadership experience).

Experience caring for patients with complex medical conditions, multiple comorbidities, and changing clinical needs. Strong clinical assessment, prioritization, communication, and interdisciplinary teamwork skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a rapid-paced acute care team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Current CNA certification in Geriatrics or Medicine/Surgery. Current education and access in Ambulatory Connect Care. Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records, Connect Care, VAX and ESP. Committed to safe, effective, and ethical patient care and work practices. Able to deescalate tense situations. Ability to participate as an effective member of and lead the interprofessional team.

📌 Assistant Head Nurse (Edmonton)
🏢 Covenant Health Canada
📍 Edmonton