Your Opportunity:
This Registered Nurse position is within the Pacemaker/ICD Surgery OR setting in the CK Hui Heart Centre at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. This role focuses on the care of cardiac patients presenting for cardiac device implants/revisions, and EP procedures. Duties include but are not limited to; peri-operative nursing care within the Pacemaker/ICD OR setting (i.e. scrub and circulation duties); completion of cardiac device assessments/programming; monitoring, evaluating, and documenting patient condition and effectiveness of medical interventions; procedural sedation and medication administration; addressing patient concerns; and presenting clinical findings to physicians. The Pacemaker/ICD Surgery OR is part of a collective of Outpatient Clinics. The successful applicant is expected to work collaboratively within the team of registered nurses, cardiology technologists, physicians, clinical nurse educators, industry specialists, and other support staff and to participate in quality improvement initiatives at the front line to support and maintain high quality patient care. Excellent communication skills and personal initiative are required, as well as a commitment to a team approach and ongoing learning. Physical demands of the job include standing for extended periods of time while wearing lead, pushing/pulling/transporting more than 75 lbs on a regular basis, repetitive motions such as typing and phone usage, and lifting/bending/reaching. Experience working in a Pacemaker OR/EP lab and/or acute surgical suite, in addition to navigating the Connect Care framework, is a requirement. Strong knowledge base of the cardiovascular system and cardiac patient management is essential. The CK Hui Heart Centre serves a diverse patient population and prides itself on providing patient care with a high level of compassion and respect.
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. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 to $55.79 per hour. Upon obtaining a full practice permit, 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.
- Classification: Registered Nurse
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Union: United Nurses of Alberta
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Unit and Program: Cardiology Outpatient Clinics - CK Hui Heart Centre
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Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
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Location Details: As Per Location
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Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
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FTE: 0.64
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Posting End Date: 24-JUL-2026
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Employee Class: Regular Part Time
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Date Available: 10-AUG-2026
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Hours per Shift: 7.75
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Length of Shift in weeks: 12
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Shifts per cycle: 36
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Shift Pattern: Days
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Days Off: As Per Rotation
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Minimum Salary: $44.56
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Maximum Salary: $60.98
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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:
CARNA registration and CPR - HCP level (Heart and Stroke Foundation) required and maintained throughout duration of employment. Connect Care proficiency Minimum of 2 years previous experience (within last 3 years) in an acute care setting required. (Surgical suites and/or Emergency Department experience will be recognized). Qualified applicants are required to have current perioperative nursing certification and/or EP lab experience > 6 months and meet the minimum previous experience requirements listed above. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please attach a resume and cover letter with your application.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience in a cardiac or surgical patient care unit an asset. Previous experience in a post anesthetic patient care unit an asset. Previous experience with pre and post cardiac device implant care an asset. Demonstrated reliability essential. Able to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Internal AHS Employees are strongly encouraged to apply via their AHS/E-people accounts.
