Nurse

Job Information
Job Title: Nurse, Michener Services - Red Deer
Job Requisition ID: 77561
Ministry: Assisted Living and Social Services
Location: Red Deer
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 38.75 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: December 12, 2025
Classification: Medical and Health 1
Salary: $3,203.32 to $3,910.46 bi-weekly ($83,606 - $102,063/year)

The Ministry of Assisted Living and Social Services provides supports for families and communities, and helps Albertans access disability services, financial supports, services for the homeless, Continuing Care and other social-based programs. The ministry supports Albertans through a person-centred, integrated service delivery model that recognizes the unique circumstances, experiences and strengths of individuals and families. 
  
For more information about Assisted Living and Social Services, visit our website at

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to provide 24/7 nursing care to individuals with developmental disabilities including those who are medically fragile or have complex health needs. Working within provincial protocols and facility standards, the RN plays a key role in monitoring resident health, administering treatments and medications, coordinating medical clinics, and maintaining clinical documentation and medical supplies. The position promotes safe, person-centered care in a highly specialized environment.

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing preventative, acute and chronic care by conducting routine assessments, monitoring wellness indicators, supporting medical screenings and responding to emergencies. Duties include implementing care plans, documenting clinical findings, performing venipuncture and specimen collection and supporting residents through acute episodes as well as long-term conditions. The role also involves collaborating with physicians, families, Home Support Workers and multidisciplinary teams; training staff on clinical procedures; participating in internal committees and reviews; and helping maintain quality standards and essential medical equipment.

Please click on this link to view the job description.

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:

• Agility: you will need to provide results in a complex, diverse and changing environment. 
• Drive for Results: you will work with your team to set goals and priorities and to deliver outcomes that are consistent with the direction of the department. 
• Develop Self and Others: you will drive by example a team culture that is focused on continuous learning and growth and encourage self-development through experience sharing.
• Build Collaborative Environments: you will establish and maintain business relationships with clients, encourage or facilitate discussions and build long lasting relationships.
• Develop Networks: you will seek out input from a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to solve complex problems and provide the best solutions.
• Systems Thinking: you will consider the whole system when developing, evaluating and implementing process and technology change.
• Creative Problem Solving: You will assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.

Degree or diploma related to the position assignment. Must be a regulated member of the appropriate college if required by the Health Professions Act.

Assets:

• Knowledge of professional nursing standards and clinical best practices.
• Strong assessment, decision making, and care planning abilities.
• Excellent communication, compassion, and sensitivity in resident care.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and flexible during crises or changing care needs.
• Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities or complex medical needs.
• Previous work in a 24/7 care or specialized residential environment.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to

• Hours of work are 38.75 hours weekly.  
• Must be currently registered and in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) and have clearly stated this within your cover letter and resume. 
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR. 
• Must be able to do shift rotation, including weekends and holidays.  
• Location is Michener, Red Deer Alberta.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. A current work visa is required.
• Final candidates will be be required to undergo a security screening. Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.  
• Pre-screening questions will need to be completed as part of your application process for this competition.  

In order to accurately reflect your related experience/education, in your resume please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience.

For employment: 

Please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part time or full time.
Example: CYCW Worker, Jan June 2021, Part-time (three, 8 hour shifts/week).
 

For any Post-Secondary Education: 

Please specify your major and length of program, the educational institution, and the year you graduated. 

Examples:

•    Bachelor of Arts, major in Psychology, University of Alberta, 2009.

•    Rehabilitation Studies Diploma (1 year), Red Deer College, 2017.

What the GoA has to offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service -
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) -
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information -
• Professional learning and development -
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ).

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Nadine Uwimana