Your Opportunity:

St. Joseph’s Auxiliary Hospital is a dedicated care centre in south Edmonton specializing in complex medical issues. We provide compassionate, round-the-clock nursing care that addresses the holistic needs of each individual. Our services include programs like our community day program, designed to enhance the lives of our residents. We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered care in a supportive environment. Covenant Health is deeply rooted in Alberta's integrated health system, with a legacy spanning over 150 years, we deliver quality, innovative services across 19 sites in 13 communities. As one of Canada’s largest Catholic health organizations, Covenant Health is committed to excellence, recognized once again as Alberta’s Top 85 Employers for 2026, and named among the World’s Most Ethical Companies for nine consecutive years.

Description:

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: LTC Resident Care Mgrs SJAH Primary Location: St. Joseph's Auxiliary Hosp Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: At (UNA only) FTE: 0.21 Posting End Date: 10-JUL-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Part Time Date Available: 20-JUL-2026 Temporary End Date: 31-DEC-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 4 Shifts per cycle: 4 Shift Pattern: 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:

Recent Charge Nurse experience as an RN. Recent RN experience in Continuing Care. Excellent interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach. Demonstrated leadership, organizational, critical thinking, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to make independent clinical decisions and work effectively both independently and within an interdisciplinary team. Strong verbal, written, and technological communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications: