Registered Nurse

Job Description

Location: Slave Lake, Alberta
Employment Type: Temporary, Full-Time
Shift Pattern: Days & Nights, 11-hour shifts
Salary: $43.26 – $59.21/hr

Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) looking for an exciting opportunity in a close-knit northern Alberta community? At Slave Lake Healthcare Centre, you’ll provide patient-centered care in a dynamic, supportive environment while enjoying all that the Slave Lake region has to offer. From stunning natural scenery to vibrant community events, living and working in Slave Lake combines career growth with an exceptional lifestyle.

Why Work as a Registered Nurse in Slave Lake?

Slave Lake is nestled along the southeast shore of Lesser Slave Lake, Alberta’s largest automobile-accessible lake. Residents enjoy year-round recreational opportunities including boating, paddleboarding, kayaking, swimming, and water skiing. The town hosts community favorites like the annual Show n’ Shine Car Show, Riverboat Daze, and seasonal family events, making it a lively and welcoming environment for healthcare professionals and their families.

In addition to the lifestyle benefits, AHS offers a Remote Retention Allowance up to $3,000 annually, paid hourly and non-pensionable, as well as competitive wages for provisional and fully licensed RNs.

Your Role as a Registered Nurse

As a Registered Nurse, you will:

• Deliver a wide range of nursing services to patients, families, and communities.
• Ensure patient safety and well-being while applying evidence-based practices.
• Use critical thinking, problem-solving, and professional judgment in clinical decision-making.
• Educate, counsel, and advocate for patients and their families.
• Lead and support a holistic approach to health promotion and integrated care.
• Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams in a rural healthcare setting.

This position provides hands-on experience in Emergency and Rural Nursing, requiring autonomous decision-making and adaptability to a broad scope of practice.

Qualifications & Skills Required

Essential:

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Active or eligible CRNA (College of Registered Nurses of Alberta) registration.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS-HCP) certification.
• Recent practice or completion of CRNA Medication Management & NextGenU Health Assessment modules if returning to practice after 5+ years.
• Experience in ER nursing or rural/remote healthcare.

Preferred:

• Experience with Connect Care systems.
• Strong ability to work independently with limited resources.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Work Schedule & Conditions

• Shift Length: 11 hours per shift
• Shifts per Cycle: 40
• Rotation: Days and nights, days off as per schedule
• Temporary Duration: April 20, 2026 – April 30, 2027
• Location: Slave Lake Healthcare Centre

This role provides a unique opportunity to expand your clinical expertise while enjoying a supportive and vibrant northern Alberta community.

Why Join Slave Lake Healthcare Centre?

Working as a Registered Nurse in Slave Lake means:

• Competitive pay and benefits for temporary RNs.
• Professional growth in a rural and emergency care environment.
• Exposure to a broad scope of nursing practice.
• Lifestyle benefits including outdoor recreation, community engagement, and family-friendly activities.
• Supportive interdisciplinary team and mentorship opportunities.

Take the next step in your nursing career with a role that combines professional fulfillment, personal growth, and the adventure of living in northern Alberta.

Apply Today to become a valued member of the Slave Lake Healthcare Centre team and make a real difference in patient care and community health.