Assistant Head Nurse

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We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse who demonstrates strong clinical leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to build collaborative relationships in unique and dynamic care environments. The successful candidate is skilled at coordinating care, supporting frontline staff, and working effectively with interdisciplinary teams, including Edmonton Police Service members, to ensure safe, compassionate, and recovery-oriented care for vulnerable populations. The AHN provides clinical leadership and support across the Integrated Stabilization Centre (ISC) and Detention Management Unit (DMU), working in partnership with Edmonton Police Service (EPS) members, healthcare professionals, and community partners. The role supports the delivery of integrated health services within Edmonton Police Service detachments, fostering collaborative relationships to ensure safe, effective, and person-centered care for individuals experiencing mental health, addiction, and psychosocial concerns. The successful candidate This position directly reports to the Manager and acts as a key resource for frontline staff, supporting operational effectiveness and clinical excellence across the program.

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As an Assistant Head Nurse, you will be responsible for staff assignments, patient flow and acting as a role model, clinical resource and advocate for nursing staff. In addition to providing frontline nursing care, as required, you will take a leadership role in the promotion of quality patient care and the implementation of operational priorities. Your in-depth knowledge and skills, advanced judgment and clinical experience, will assist in providing solutions for complex health care issues at all levels with patients, interprofessional teams, administrators and policy makers. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of Recovery Alberta.

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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).

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Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Minimum three (3) years of recent nursing experience. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS/CPR) certification. Demonstrated experience working with individuals experiencing mental health, addiction, and complex psychosocial concerns. Conditions of Employment: Successful applicants must obtain and maintain Enhanced Security Clearance required to work within Edmonton Police Service facilities and custodial environments. Must comply with all applicable Recovery Alberta, Edmonton Police Service (EPS), ISC and DMU policies, procedures, and professional standards.

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Recent experience in mental health, addiction services, crisis stabilization, psychiatric nursing, correctional health, emergency nursing, community health, or residential treatment settings. Previous Charge Nurse, Assistant Head Nurse, or clinical leadership experience. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) and/or suicide intervention training. Experience working in interdisciplinary and partnership-based service models.

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