Program Jobs in Sherwood Park, AB

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The Undergraduate Nursing Employee (UNE) position provides nursing students with the opportunity to consolidate knowledge and skills obtained through their approved nursing education program while developing competence toward Registered Nurse (RN) practice. The UNE is an unregulated member of the collaborative healthcare team who provides patient- and family-centered care under the supervision of an RN. The specific nursing activities performed and the level of supervision required are determined by patient acuity, complexity, risk, applicable legislation, regulatory standards of supervision, AHS policies, and the assessed competence of the UNE. This position is based in the Pediatric Medical Outpatient Unit (MOU) at the Stollery Children’s Hospital. The Pediatric MOU is a fast-paced ambulatory care environment that is primarily an infusion unit, providing care to children and adolescents across multiple specialty services including Hematology, Oncology, Cardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Nephrology, Rheumatology, and Neurology. Patients may require intravenous therapies, blood products, biologics, hydration, and other supportive treatments. This position is posted as casual; however, to meet Canada Summer Jobs funding requirements, the successful candidate must be available to work up to 30–35 hours per week during the funded period. Please note: This position is partially funded through the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program. CSJ funding restricts eligibility to applicants aged 15–30 at time of hire who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or persons to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.

Description:

An Undergraduate Nursing Employee (UNE) position provides an opportunity for a UNE to develop further competency in the range and complexity of Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) practice. The nursing activities performed and level of supervision required is determined by legislation, standards of supervision outlined by professional associations, AHS and competency of the UNE. You will be guided by your education, experience and demonstrated skill level to play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.

Current enrolment in an approved Alberta nursing education program leading to initial entry to practice as a registered nurse or registered psychiatric nurse. Current Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (CPR) certificate. Successful completion of 3rd year of an RN nursing education program and a minimum of 600 hours of clinical practice in an approved RN education program; or currently in the final year of an after-degree RN nursing education program and a minimum of 600 hours of clinical practice in an approved RN education program; or successful completion of 2nd year of an RPN nursing education program and a minimum of 600 hours of clinical practice in an approved RPN education program.

Previous pediatric clinical experience obtained during nursing school is required. Ability to be on feet for extended periods of time and meet the physical demands of the role, including patient lifting and transferring, frequent delivery of laboratory specimens and pickup and handling of blood products. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team, and manage workload in a fast-paced outpatient setting. Basic computer proficiency, including experience using Connect Care. Demonstrated willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

Interest in pediatric ambulatory care and/or infusion nursing. Experience with pediatric specialty populations considered an asset.