Your Opportunity:
Are you passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care to patients during critical moments in their lives? The Integrated Stabilization Centre (ISC) opening in Edmonton in partnership with Edmonton Police Services, is seeking experienced Registered Nurses / Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RNs and RPNs) to join our multidisciplinary team. We are looking for clinicians with experience in patient-centered, trauma informed and recovery-based care to join the team. The team will provide evidence-based stabilization and recovery-oriented care for adults requiring medical withdrawal management and acute psychiatric stabilization. The RN/RPN functions within the knowledge and scope of practice of the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta or the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta providing assessment, stabilization and monitoring of physical and mental health, administer medications, and support recovery goals. The clinicians will coordinate care and collaborate with social workers, physicians, and other professionals on the multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care. The RN/RPN will also provide a leadership role within the team to mentor and supervise unregulated health care workers. The ideal candidate demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning, self-motivation, and self-care, and the ability to remain adaptable and flexible in a high-acuity environment. Strong ethical conduct and professionalism are essential, along with effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Cultural competence is critical to providing safe and inclusive care, and creativity and innovation are valued for problem-solving and improving care delivery.
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 of Recovery Alberta. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 - $55.79 per hour. Upon being entered into the register as a Registered Nurse, the rate of pay will be adjusted in accordance with the UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii), as applicable.
- Classification: Registered Nurse
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Union: United Nurses of Alberta
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Unit and Program: Integrated Stabilization Centre
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Primary Location: Addiction Recovery Centre
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Location Details: As Per Location
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Multi-Site: At or Out of (UNA only)
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FTE: 0.74
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Posting End Date: 15-JUN-2026
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Employee Class: Regular Part Time
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Date Available: 29-JUN-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: 14
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Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
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Days Off: As Per Rotation
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Minimum Salary: $44.56
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Maximum Salary: $60.98
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Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided
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). If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required: CRNA Medication Management - Chapters 1 - 4 (https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/%2Flearning-and-development%2Flearning-modules%2F) and the NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification (https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271#section-0)
Additional Required Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years of experience working with at risk populations in an addiction and mental health capacity. Skilled in de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention and Motivational Interviewing. Understanding of cultural safety and indigenous health perspectives.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of addiction and recovery principles, harm reduction and trauma informed care. Experience in delivering groups and providing individual goal setting and care planning. Skills in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Experience working in acute psychiatric inpatient settings, emergency department and/or medically supported detoxification units. Experience working with law enforcement partners.
