Registered Nurse
Job Description
A career as a registered nurse is more than a profession—it’s a commitment to compassionate care, clinical excellence, and community wellbeing. Healthcare professionals who choose this path play a vital role in supporting patients and families through every stage of care.
Through Alberta Health Services, one of Canada’s largest integrated healthcare systems, registered nurses have the opportunity to build meaningful careers while delivering high-quality healthcare services across the province. This position in Grimshaw offers a rewarding environment for nurses who are passionate about patient-centered care and long-term healthcare support.
About the Registered Nurse Role
The registered nurse (RN) position focuses on delivering professional nursing services to patients, families, and communities. Nurses in this role provide compassionate care while applying advanced clinical knowledge, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
Working within the Long Term Care Unit, registered nurses support residents’ physical, emotional, and medical needs while collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure safe and effective treatment plans.
Position Overview
- Job Title: Registered Nurse
- Department: Long Term Care
- Employer: Alberta Health Services
- Location: Grimshaw
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Employee Class: Regular Full-Time
- Posting End Date: March 16, 2026
- Start Date: March 26, 2026
Key Responsibilities of a Registered Nurse
Registered nurses are essential to delivering safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care.
Core Duties
- Provide patient-centered nursing care for individuals and long-term care residents
- Conduct health assessments and monitor patient conditions
- Apply clinical decision-making and critical thinking to care planning
- Educate and support patients and families about treatment and wellness
- Collaborate with physicians and healthcare professionals
- Maintain accurate and compliant medical documentation
These responsibilities ensure the highest standards of healthcare quality, safety, and patient wellbeing.
Semantic keywords integrated:
long-term care nursing, patient-centered care, clinical nursing practice, healthcare professionals, community health services
Salary, Allowances, and Benefits
Registered nurses working with Alberta Health Services receive competitive compensation aligned with provincial healthcare standards.
Salary Range
- Minimum Salary: $43.26 per hour
- Maximum Salary: $59.21 per hour
For candidates holding a provisional nursing permit, the salary range is:
- $39.58 – $54.16 per hour
Upon receiving full licensure, compensation will be adjusted according to the collective agreement with the United Nurses of Alberta (UNA).
Remote Retention Allowance
Nurses working in rural or remote locations may receive an additional Remote Retention Allowance, with an annual maximum of $3,000, paid on an hourly basis.
Work Schedule and Shift Details
To ensure continuous patient care, registered nurses work within a rotating shift system.
- Hours per Shift: 11.08 hours
- Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, and Weekends
- Rotation Cycle: 4 weeks
- Shifts per Cycle: 14
This structured schedule supports both patient care needs and professional work-life balance.
Required Qualifications
To be eligible for this registered nurse position, candidates must meet the following professional requirements:
- Completion of an accredited nursing education program
- Active registration or eligibility with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA)
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification
If candidates have not practiced nursing within the past five years, additional refresher training modules may be required before employment.
Why Work With Alberta Health Services?
Joining Alberta Health Services means becoming part of a healthcare organization known for its commitment to innovation, collaboration, and patient-focused care.
Benefits of This Opportunity
- Work within Canada’s largest integrated healthcare system
- Gain experience in long-term care nursing environments
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Contribute to healthier communities across Alberta
Healthcare professionals within AHS share a mission of improving lives through high-quality medical care and compassionate service.
Start Your Career as a Registered Nurse in Alberta
A career as a registered nurse offers the opportunity to make a real difference in patients’ lives while building a stable and rewarding healthcare career.
With support from Alberta Health Services, nurses benefit from competitive pay, strong professional support, and the chance to work in communities that truly value healthcare professionals.
If you are ready to combine clinical expertise with compassionate care, this registered nurse opportunity in Grimshaw could be the next step in your professional journey.
