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Alberta Health Services

Registered Nurse

Edmonton, AB

CA$40.76 - CA$55.79/hr

In this Registered Nurse position working with obstetrical patients, you will have the opportunity ... Hours per Shift: 11.08 * Length of Shift in weeks: 12 * Shifts per cycle: 40 * Shift Pattern: Days ...

Alberta Health Services

Registered Nurse

Cardston, AB

CA$40.76 - CA$55.79/hr

Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 to $55.79 per hour. Upon obtaining a full practice permit, the rate of pay will be adjusted to the applicable Registered Nurse rate in accordance with ...

Alberta Health Services

Registered Nurse

Calgary, AB

CA$40.76 - CA$55.79/hr

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients ... Hours per Shift: 7.75 * Length of Shift in weeks: 12 * Shifts per cycle: 57 * Shift Pattern: Days ...

Alberta Health Services

Registered Nurse

Blairmore, AB · On-site

CA$40.76 - CA$55.79/hr

Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 to $55.79 per hour. Upon obtaining a full practice permit, the rate of pay will be adjusted to the applicable Registered Nurse rate in accordance with ...

Alberta Health Services

Registered Nurse

Edmonton, AB

CA$40.76 - CA$55.79/hr

Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 to $55.79 per hour. Upon obtaining a full practice permit, the rate of pay will be adjusted to the applicable Registered Nurse rate in accordance with ...

International SOS

Experience varied daily schedules across nursing stations, with 10-hour shifts, overtime ... Your Mission As a Registered Nurse serving remote First Nations communities in Alberta, you will ...

International SOS

Registered Nurse

Edmonton, AB · Remote

Experience varied daily schedules across nursing stations, with 10-hour shifts, overtime ... Your Mission As a Registered Nurse serving remote First Nations communities in Alberta, you will ...

International SOS

Registered Nurse

Calgary, AB · Remote

Experience varied daily schedules across nursing stations, with 10-hour shifts, overtime ... Your Mission As a Registered Nurse serving remote First Nations communities in Alberta, you will ...

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How much do 8 hour rn jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for 8 hour rn in Alberta is $54.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $80.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an 8 Hour RN job?

An 8 Hour RN job refers to a registered nursing position where the nurse works 8-hour shifts, typically covering morning, evening, or night schedules. These roles are common in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities, where nursing care is required around the clock. Unlike 12-hour shifts, 8-hour shifts may provide better work-life balance and less physical strain. However, they may require more frequent shift rotations and could include weekends or holidays depending on the workplace.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the 8 Hour Rn position, and why are they important?

Excelling as an 8 Hour RN requires a current RN license, sound clinical judgment, patient care skills, and familiarity with standard nursing practices. Experience with electronic health records (EHRs), medication administration technologies, and vital signs monitoring systems is typical. Strong organizational skills, dependability, and compassionate communication are crucial soft skills for managing care efficiently within a set shift. These abilities ensure continuity of care, patient safety, and smooth handoffs during structured 8-hour shifts.

What does a standard shift look like for an 8 Hour RN, and how does the schedule impact work-life balance?

An 8 Hour RN typically works in fixed shifts, either mornings, afternoons, or nights, providing consistent and predictable hours compared to longer shifts common in nursing. This schedule allows for clear delineation between work and personal time, often contributing to improved work-life balance and reduced fatigue. RNs in these roles are responsible for focused patient care, detailed charting, and effective communication at shift change to ensure smooth transitions. Working in regular shifts often means collaborating closely with other nurses and interdisciplinary team members throughout the day.
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Infographic showing various 8 Hour Rn job openings in Alberta as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 30% Full Time, 55% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 12% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,724 per year, or $54.2 per hour.
Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

Alberta Health Services

Edmonton, AB

CA$40.76 - CA$55.79/hr

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Posted 27 days ago

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Your Opportunity:

Located just a few short minutes north of Edmonton, the 167 - bed Sturgeon Community Hospital (SCH) serves the community of St. Albert, north Edmonton, and the surrounding area, and delivers over 3000 babies annually. The SCH is provincially recognized for its innovative Obstetrical Program, birth and post-natal care specialties- delivering an enhanced patient experience. In this Registered Nurse position working with obstetrical patients, you will have the opportunity to use your advanced clinical skills to perform a variety of nursing duties by administering safe and effective nursing care according to hospital policies and nursing care standards. As the successful candidate, you demonstrate a professional attitude while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, have a thorough understanding of the antepartum/labour and delivery process/postpartum period, and possess extensive knowledge of newborn assessment and breastfeeding. You have experience handling obstetrical emergencies and birth persons with obstetrical complications and/or medical conditions complicated by pregnancy. Primary responsibility is to Labour & Delivery, Postpartum, Obstetrical Operating Room, and Assessment/Induction Room. As a member of the Labour and Delivery team it is expected that you will maintain all required certifications and competencies while working on the unit, adhere to policies, procedures, practice guidelines, AHS Values and Code of Conduct. Characteristics and abilities that will contribute to success in this area include: resiliency, accountability, concern for accuracy, physical stamina, and manual dexterity.

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. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 to $55.79 per hour. Upon obtaining a full practice permit, the rate of pay will be adjusted to the applicable Registered Nurse rate in accordance with UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii), as applicable.

  • Classification: Registered Nurse
  • Union: United Nurses of Alberta
  • Unit and Program: Unit 25, Labour and Delivery
  • Primary Location: Sturgeon Community Hospital
  • Location Details: As Per Location
  • Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
  • FTE: 1.00
  • Posting End Date: 04-JUN-2026
  • Employee Class: Regular Full Time
  • Date Available: 14-JUN-2026
  • Hours per Shift: 11.08
  • Length of Shift in weeks: 12
  • Shifts per cycle: 40
  • Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
  • Days Off: As Per Rotation
  • Minimum Salary: $44.56
  • Maximum Salary: $60.98
  • Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
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) certification. If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the past five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required prior to employment: CRNA Medication Management (Chapters 1-4): https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/learning-and-development/learning-modules NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification: https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Minimum of six (6) months of obstetrics nursing experience in the last two (2) years. Advanced studies in Obstetrics (ex. Maternal Newborn Nursing Orientation), and certifications in Newborn Resuscitation, Fetal Health Surveillance and CPR are required. Completion of Labour and Delivery Epic ILT. A successful medication exam must be completed following interview. Ability to work independently and collaboratively, establishing respectful relationships with patients, families, staff, and physicians. Strong interpersonal communication, critical thinking, organizational, collaboration, and conflict management skills are essential. Must thrive in a fast-paced, high stress environment. Proficiency in MS Teams. Meet physical demand requirements due to the unit's emergent nature including significant walking and standing, seated work requiring substantial arm and/or leg force, regular handling of weights: occasionally 51-100 lbs, frequently 21-50 lbs, and constantly 0-20 lbs, pushing/pulling >180-250lbs at times. Assistance to doctors during deliveries, patient handling, and transferring patients on/off beds in emergency situations. Helping patients ambulate post-epidural. Emptying and moving of linen bags.

Preferred Qualifications:

Baccalaureate degree in nursing preferred; however, skills and experience relevant to nursing practice will be considered. Operating room experience preferred. Preference will be given to applicants with recent experience in a tertiary care facility Obstetrics Department.

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