Registered Nurse
Your Opportunity:
Are you a Registered Nurse (RN) looking for a new adventure? As an RN at the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital (GPRH) in the Grand Prairie Cancer Centre (GPCC), you will have a key role in providing safe, ethical, and patient-centred care to adults referred for cancer treatment. You will integrate and apply your knowledge of cancer pathophysiology, disease progression, and symptom problems to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the outcomes of best practice and evidence-based care and other clinical interventions. The RN Oncology will identify and assess the physical, psychological, sociological, and spiritual needs of patients and their families and provide professional nursing care to patients and their families utilizing the nursing process consistent with the philosophy, objectives, and standards of the Nursing Department and the standards for Oncology Nursing practice issued by CANO. Grand Prairie is a city of approximately 68,000 people located in Northern Alberta, the heart of the Peace Region. The city has a vibrant economy and a skilled workforce which enhances its position as a modern city with lots of outdoor adventures. The GPCC is a modern facility located in the Grand Prairie Regional Hospital (GPRH). As one of four Regional Cancer Centres within Cancer Care Alberta (CCA), GPCC provides high quality safe patient care and promotes the inclusion of patients and families in care decisions to enhance their patient experience. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. Please Note: Position will transition to 0.8 FTE as of September 9, 2026.
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 $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.
- Transition Company: Cancer Care Alberta
- Classification: Registered Nurse (2022.75)
- Union: United Nurses of Alberta
- Unit and Program: Cancer Care Alberta
- Primary Location: Grande Prairie Rgnl Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
- FTE: 0.90
- Posting End Date: 19-JUN-2026
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
- Date Available: 24-AUG-2026
- Temporary End Date: 24-JAN-2028
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 9
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $44.56
- Maximum Salary: $60.98
- 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) certification. If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, you must complete the following free courses: CRNA Medication Management (Chapters 1-4), available at https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/learning-and-development/learning-modules/ and the NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification, available at https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271.
Additional Required Qualifications:Clinical Proficiency: Recent hands-on experience in adult critical care, emergency, and/or ambulatory oncology. Proficient in conducting strong adult critical care and internal medicine assessments. Possess certification and excellent skills in adult venipuncture and IV administration. Technical Competence: Familiarity and certification in the operation of IV infusion pumps, port-a-caths, central venous lines, and home infusion pumps. Proficient in utilizing Connect Care and Netcare, with a demonstrated ability to chart and navigate within an electronic medical record system. Oncology Focus: Completion of specialized training in administering high-risk systemic therapy medications. Successful completion of de Souza OPREP Foundations Part 1 or equivalent. Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrate a keen interest and passion for oncology nursing. Exhibit strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Showcase critical thinking abilities crucial for working both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Elevate your career in oncology nursing by showcasing a blend of your educational background, hands-on experience, technical proficiency, and unique skillset to our dynamic team, thus enhancing your candidacy through a commitment to ongoing education, specialized certifications, and leadership in the field of oncology nursing.
Preferred Qualifications:Registered Nurse (RN) license with a specialization in oncology preferred.
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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