Registered Nurse - First Assistant; RNFA

Registered Nurse - First Assistant (RNFA)

The Registered Nurse (RN) participates in nursing assessments and interventions, care planning, implementing prescribed treatments, administering medications, evaluating treatments, and monitoring/documenting treatment progress and patient/resident response. Acting as an advocate, coordinator and liaison for the patient/resident, the RN identifies needs and sets priorities in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. The RN facilitates patient/resident and family education and discharge planning, and may be required to act in a charge nurse capacity.

The RN is responsible for the provision of care in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the UNA Collective Agreement.

• Classification:
  Registered Nurse
• Union: COV UNA
• Unit and Program:
  Operating Room
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  St. Mary's Hospital
• Location Details:
  As Per Location
• Multi-Site:
  At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 02-FEB-2026
• Employee Class:
  Casual/Relief
• Date Available:
  
  12-FEB-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks:
  Varies
• Shifts per cycle:
  Varies
• Shift Pattern:
  Days
• Days Off:
  Other
• Minimum Salary: $43.26
• Maximum Salary: $59.21
• Vehicle Requirement:
  Not Applicable

Graduate of a Registered Nurse program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level

C) required. If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, completion of the following free courses are also required:
1) CRNA Medication Administration Certificate - ) NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification - (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-0

Graduate of a Perioperative Registered Nursing Program. Minimum 5 years current Operating Room Experience. Graduate of a certified RNFA program. CNA Certification in Perioperative Nursing CPN(c). Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills. Excellent decision making and problem-solving skills. Models professional behavior. Demonstrates ability to exercise critical thinking.

Current ACLS certification.

Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose any previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.