The Instructor's primary role is to ensure the delivery of quality patient care and excellence in nursing. Exercising adult principles of learning, the Instructor will design, enhance and provide staff orientation, education, clinical consultation, development, and/or evaluation. The Instructor's nursing practice will reflect a current, broad knowledge base, and excellent nursing skills that enable her/him to function as a role model and support staff in accordance with Covenant Health's Mission, Vision, and Values. The Instructor will function independently in formal and informal learning environments. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the UNA Collective Agreement.
- Classification: Instructor
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Union: COV UNA
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Unit and Program: Operative Services
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Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
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Location Details: As Per Location
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Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
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FTE: 1.00
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Posting End Date: 02-JUL-2026
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Employee Class: Regular Full Time
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Date Available: 13-JUL-2026
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Hours per Shift: 7.75
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Length of Shift in weeks: 4
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Shifts per cycle: 20
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Shift Pattern: Days
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Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
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Minimum Salary: $48.76
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Maximum Salary: $66.74
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Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Graduate of a Registered Nurse program or recognized equivalent required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) or other applicable degree required. Combination of education and experience will be considered. Active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) is required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) required from a recognized institution. Completion of postgraduate Operating Room nursing course and/or Completion of postgraduate Critical Care nursing course required. Active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) certification required. Minimum five years of current clinical experience in acute care specializing in Operating Room, PACU, Critical Care, or related perioperative areas required. Extensive knowledge of pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative patient care. Strong clinical competencies in Operating Room and Post Anesthetic Recovery. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills; open, honest, tactful with positive reinforcement style. Ability to effectively present educational material to large groups. Proficient with electronic charting and Microsoft Office Suite. Proven problem-solving, prioritization, and conflict resolution skills. Self-motivated and self-directed. Clinical and professional role model with advocacy for patients, families, and staff. Physical ability to lift 25 lbs., push, pull, bend, and stand for prolonged periods (over 30 minutes). Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, other hospital departments, and regional educational facilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's in a health or business-related field preferred. Combination of education and experience may be considered. Previous experience in clinical education, staff mentoring, and leadership preferred. Research skills preferred. Project work experience an asset. Membership with Operating Room Nurses Association of Canada (ORNAC) and/or National Association of PeriAnesthesia Nurses of Canada (NPANc) preferred.
