Instructor, Northeastern Alberta (Fort Chipewyan)

An exciting opportunity exists for a Registered Nurse looking to work to their full-scope of practice and who has a passion for providing leadership, direction and guidance as well as patient- and family-centered care at the Northern Lights Regional Health Centre, located in the energetic and vibrant community of Fort McMurray. As an Instructor - Clinical Nurse Educator, you will be a key member of the Clinical Education team providing coaching, mentoring and educational support to new hires as well as continued support to existing staff. You will be guided by your education, experience, demonstrated skill level and Alberta Health Services policies and procedures. You will also play a key role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to the patient’s care, health promotion and health maintenance, as well as act as a resource for nursing staff to draw upon. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Fort McMurray Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $12,480. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.

Description: As an Instructor, you will be an expert practitioner and key educator in support of both nursing staff and the multi-disciplinary clinical team. You will take a leadership role in the planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of education for nursing staff including orientation, compulsory and continuing education, and clinical development. You will collaborate with management and internal partners to promote standards of clinical, educational and evidence-informed practice. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.

Classification:

Instructor

Union:

United Nurses of Alberta

Unit and Program:

Clinical Education

Primary Location:

Fort McMurray N Lts HC/Mnt Hlt

Multi-Site:

At (UNA only)

FTE:

0.87

Posting End Date:

01-JUN-2026

Temporary Employee Class:

Temp P/T Benefits

Date Available:

15-JUN-2026

Temporary End Date:

01-JAN-2027

Length of Shift in weeks:

12

Shifts per cycle:

49

Days Off:

As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary:

$48.76

Maximum Salary:

$66.74

Vehicle Requirement:

Not Applicable

Hours per Shift:

7.75

Shift Pattern:

Days, Evenings, Weekends

Required Qualifications: 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.

Additional Required Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of experience working in the operating room, PACU and Day Surgery departments. Demonstration of continuing education and leadership courses. Leadership and decision making/problem solving skills. Strong assessment skills. Proven written/oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge in critical care, perioperative nursing, connect care, Netcare, Outlook, Excel experience. Current Leadership experience. ACLS&PALS certification preferred. Perioperative course or CNA certification in perioperative nursing 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.

We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

#J-18808-Ljbffr