Registered Nurse

Your Opportunity:

The Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Registered Nurse reports to the Clinic Manager, Pulmonary Clinics, at the Kaye Edmonton Clinic. As an integral member of the interdisciplinary CF team, the RN provides comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals living with cystic fibrosis across the lifespan. The RN is responsible for the assessment, triage, planning, coordination, implementation, evaluation, & education of care for patients with CF, working collaboratively with physicians, the Nurse Practitioner, & other multidisciplinary team members. Utilizing advanced clinical judgment, critical thinking, problem-solving, & decision-making skills, the RN coordinates referrals, facilitates timely access to care, & supports the ongoing management of complex & chronic health needs. The RN maintains specialized knowledge of cystic fibrosis, evidence-based treatment modalities, pharmacologic therapies, & emerging standards of care to ensure safe, effective, & high-quality patient management. Responsibilities include patient & family education, symptom assessment, monitoring treatment adherence & outcomes, care coordination across healthcare settings, & accurate & comprehensive clinical documentation. The RN fosters a collaborative therapeutic relationship with patients & families by recognizing & respecting individual values, beliefs, cultural backgrounds, lifestyles, & preferences. The RN develops & implements individualized care plans in partnership with patients, families, community providers, & the interdisciplinary healthcare team to promote optimal health outcomes, support self-management, & ensure continuity of care throughout the patient's healthcare journey. The RN serves as a key clinical resource, advocate, & coordinator for patients with cystic fibrosis, ensuring seamless, patient-centered care across the continuum of services.

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 (2022.75)
• Union:
United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program:
Kaye Edmonton Clinic - Cystic Fibrosis Clinic
• Primary Location:
Edmonton Clinic
• Location Details:
As Per Location
• Multi-Site:
At (UNA only)
• FTE:
0.80
• Posting End Date:
05-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class:
Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available:
16-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date:
28-FEB-2028
• Hours per Shift:
7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks:
2
• Shifts per cycle:
8
• 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.

Minimum three (3) years recent nursing experience in the last five (5) years in an acute care setting. Recent ambulatory clinic experience within the past two (2) years. Clinical experience in pulmonary medicine, chronic disease management, or complex medical populations. Experience in case management and coordination of care for patients with chronic and complex health conditions. Proficiency with Connect Care (Epic), Netcare, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Access, and other relevant clinical and administrative software applications. Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive patient assessments, develop individualized care plans, and coordinate care across multiple healthcare settings. Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and pull clinical equipment and supplies, including regularly lifting up to 15 kg and occasionally lifting up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Must have the physical ability to perform adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and respond effectively during clinical emergencies. Must be able to tolerate a busy clinical environment requiring prolonged standing, walking, and repetitive physical activity throughout the workday. Must be able to assist patients with mobility limitations, including transfers and support of patients requiring additional physical assistance.

Experience caring for patients with Cystic Fibrosis is preferred; experience with other chronic respiratory diseases will be considered an asset. Experience with data collection, database entry, quality improvement initiatives, and maintenance of clinical registries is considered an asset.