AgeCare·Edmonton, Alberta
The Registered Nurse coordinates nursing services and resident care to meet individual needs while ensuring a safe environment. They lead shift reports, document changes in resident status, and implement physician orders according to provincial standards.
The RN provides quality and safe resident care.
The RN promotes teamwork and a culture that supports AgeCare Mission, Vision and Guiding Principles of Respect, Teamwork, Quality and encourages practices that respect resident, family and staff rights, individuality, and diversity.
The RN promotes health and safety awareness in the workplace.
Within the scope of this position, the RN takes on a key role to continually provide an environment promoting a culture of resident safety and freedom from harm and injury.
What You Will Do Coordinates nursing and other services for the residents within the neighbourhood and with other services within the residence.
Leads shift report with members of the health care team, ensuring that all team members are informed of changes in residents’ status.
Records significant changes in residents’ condition; ensures documentation in the residents’ chart adheres to AgeCare policies and procedures and Provincial College of Nurses and Standards of Practice.
Reviews and processes physician orders as per procedure, ensuring orders are implemented as soon as possible.
Immediately communicates difficulties in processing physician orders to the Director of Care/Assistant Director of Care.
What You Will Bring A sound knowledge and background in geriatric, rehabilitation or long-term care nursing including activation, nursing, and personnel administration.
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
Knowledge of the Fixing Long-Term Care Act and Regulations, the appropriate sections of the Health Disciplines Act, Occupation Health and Safety Act, Pharmacy Act, Food and Drugs Act (Canada), Controlled Substances Act (Canada) Health Promotion and Protection Act, Personal Health Protection Act, Coroners Act, Provincial College of Nurses and Standards of Practice and other pertinent Federal, Provincial and Municipal Statues which influence the operation of the Nursing Home and more specifically the nursing department.
Registration and membership in good standing with provincial registry.
Great Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off. Career Growth: Opportunities for training, education, and advancement. Supportive Culture: A diverse and inclusive team where everyone is valued. Meaningful Work: Make a real impact on our residents' lives. Community Feel: Build strong connections with residents, their families, and your colleagues.
Your hard work is celebrated and rewarded About Us For over 25 years, AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant and supportive communities, providing high-quality care and fostering meaningful connections. With over 50 communities across Alberta, BC and Ontario, we offer a comfortable, home-like atmosphere where residents can age with dignity and respect. Guided by our values of trust, quality, respect and teamwork, our compassionate and dedicated team is at the core of our success, ensuring that residents enjoy a rich quality of life in an environment tailored to their needs. Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional care and excited to join a compassionate, dedicated team, AgeCare is the place for you! Apply today! At AgeCare, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and be a registered member in good standing with the provincial registry. A sound knowledge of geriatric care and relevant federal and provincial healthcare legislation is required.
Market context
In Alberta, nursing employers commonly look for licensed practical nurses who can work in senior or long-term care settings, and experience in gerontology or rehabilitation can strengthen an application. These roles are competitive because current LPN registration, CPR, First Aid, and a Vulnerable Sector Check are often required, while relocation support, health benefits, paid time off, training, and education may be offered. Before applying, confirm your credentials are current and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save research time.