Nurse Clinician
Your Opportunity:
The Cardiac Sciences department is currently recruiting a Nurse Clinician (NC) for the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Clinic (HCM) at South Health Campus. The NC is responsible for the case management of patients who have been diagnosed or will need HCM services, including medications and non-invasive testing. The NC also provides support for patients and their families and serves as a resource for other caregivers. The NC role for this position is dynamic and requires an experienced and knowledgeable Cardiac Nurse as the role could change to support our Atrial Fibrillation Clinic as well. The NC is required to work collaboratively with all team members of the South Health Campus as well as those working at the Foothills Medical Centre Electrophysiology Department. The Nurse Clinician acts as a role model for the department and sets the tone for a positive work environment to enhance interpersonal relationships and team effectiveness. The incumbent assists in the development and implementation of policies, quality improvement programs, departmental procedures and best practice.
Description:
As a Nurse Clinician (NC), you will be responsible for the coordination of an interprofessional team, in the provision of quality patient (client, resident) care in order to meet the operational priorities and requirements within a clinical setting. You will use an integrative leadership approach in assisting, planning, implementing and evaluating care needs, while assuming responsibility for staff assignments, patient flow and clinical resources. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.
- Acute Care Alberta: N
- Primary Care Alberta: N
- Recovery Alberta: N
- Classification: Nurse Clinician
- Union: United Nurses of Alberta
- Unit and Program: SHC General Cardiology Specialty Clinics
- Primary Location: South Health Campus
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 26-MAY-2025
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
- Date Available: 05-JUN-2025
- Temporary End Date: 30-NOV-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 4
- Shifts per cycle: 19
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $44.71
- Maximum Salary: $61.18
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
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).
Additional Required Qualifications:Graduate with a Bachelor Degree in Nursing from an accredited school. Current CARNA registration or eligibility for is mandatory. Minimum 5 years recent experience in acute care cardiology required, with recent CICU or Cardiac Catheterization Lab preferred. Current BCLS certification required. Current certification in IV Initiation, Basic Cardiac Dysrhythmia Interpretation, IV medication administration, advanced physical and psychosocial assessment skills required. Must be able to multi-task, sit for long periods and work at a computer for the majority of the shift.
Preferred Qualifications:CNA Cardiology Certification an asset. Experience with family centered and collaborative practice approach and philosophy preferred. Demonstrated commitment to professional development required. Demonstrated strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills required. Able to work independently or collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary health care team. Computer skills essential and proficient with Excel, Word, Outlook Calendar, Connect Care, NetCare.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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