Registered Nurse / Registered Psychiatric Nurse at Alberta Health Services

Your Opportunity:

Recovery Alberta Adult Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at RAH provides a dynamic, patient/family centered care environment, where all members of the team work within the collaborative care framework, according to the AMH Edmonton Zone Principles of Care. Reporting to the Unit Manager, the Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse in PICU is responsible for the rapid assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care for PICU patients. PICU patients present with increased vulnerability, pose a level of risk to themselves or others that cannot be managed in a non-PICU environment, and require rapid, dynamic and therapeutic interventions that must be provided within the context of acute risk and unstable illness. To be successful in this role: Has thorough knowledge and experience of evidence based treatment modalities (pharmacological and non-pharmacological). Has demonstrated skill at staying calm in crisis situations and strong verbal communication skills (English language proficiency is required) that supports verbal messages being received and understood within the context of crisis and non-crisis situations. Has active listening skills and ability to quickly establish and easily maintain relationships built on mutual respect, appropriate sensitivity, transparency, empathy and compassion with patients & families, colleagues, professional and medical staff. Has demonstrated ability to practice in a recovery-oriented and trauma-informed manner. Has sound self-management skills; able to manage own emotions and strong feelings; maintain a calm and tactful composure under a broad range of challenging circumstances and think clearly and stay focused under pressure. Works cooperatively and productively with others from a variety of disciplines. Has excellent time management skills.

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 of AHS. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $39.58 - $54.16 per hour. Upon obtaining a full licence, 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.

Transition Company: Recovery Alberta Classification: Registered Nurse Union: United Nurses of Alberta Unit and Program: Psych ICU Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: At or Out of (UNA only) FTE: 0.51 Posting End Date: 08-DEC-2025 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 18-DEC-2025 Temporary End Date: 15-MAY-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 29 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $43.26 Maximum Salary: $59.21 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. If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the past five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required prior to employment: CRNA Medication Management (Chapters 1-4): https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/learning-and-development/learning-modules NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification: https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Working knowledge of patient and family-centered care principles. Working knowledge regarding the use of psychotropic medication (advanced knowledge preferred). Working knowledge of the DSM-5, concurrent disorders and staged matched interventions. Core nonviolent crisis intervention skills (advanced skills preferred) Working knowledge of psychopathology. Demonstrated ability to assess health status (including systems examination). Demonstrated ability to independently conduct a mental status examination, conduct a mental health assessment and formulate a problem list and plan of care. Demonstrated ability to assess multiple conditions of risk and develop evidence based risk mitigation plans. Demonstrated ability to appropriately assess and manage symptoms of withdrawal from multiple substances. Demonstrated ability to engage patients and families (including but not limited to patient and family teaching). Working knowledge of all relevant legislation (e.g. MHA, HIA, PPIC, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

Have at least 2 years recent experience working with persons with an addiction and/or mental health issues, preferably in an acute care/hospital setting. Experience working with Connect Care preferred.