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International SOS

Registered Nurse

Calgary, AB · Remote

With a presence in 90 countries and a team of nearly 13,000 experts, we provide 24/7 support to ... Collaborate with healthcare professionals, including registered nurses, charge nurses, physicians ...

Alberta Health Services

Registered Nurse

Calgary, AB · On-site

CA$40.76 - CA$55.79/hr

The successful candidate provides comprehensive nursing care to critically ill neonates through ... Participation in unit-based committee/group work in last 2 years. Demonstrated Leadership (charge ...

Alberta Health Services

Registered Nurse

Calgary, AB · On-site

CA$40.76 - CA$55.79/hr

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Surgical Services department works as a member of the health care ... Charge Nurse and Preceptor Experience. Experience supporting Quality Improvement, Change Management ...

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Nursing Manager

Calgary, AB · On-site

... Nurse Leader (CNL)to provide leadership and management of the provision of care for the residents/families. * In the absence of the CNL, Schedules, assigns workloads, and overall management of Charge ...

Alberta Health Services

Registered Nurse

Calgary, AB · On-site

CA$40.76 - CA$55.79/hr

One or more years of previous experience working in a tertiary acute care setting. Preferred Qualifications: Charge exp. (2 yrs); Tertiary Pediatric RN exp. (5 yrs); 1+ yr specialized Pediatric exp ...

Alberta Health Services

Registered Nurse

Calgary, AB · On-site

CA$40.76 - CA$55.79/hr

One or more years of previous experience working in a tertiary acute care setting Preferred Qualifications: Charge exp. (2 yrs); Tertiary Pediatric RN exp. (5 yrs); 1+ yr specialized Pediatric exp ...

Alberta Health Services

Registered Nurse

Calgary, AB · On-site

CA$40.76 - CA$55.79/hr

One or more years of previous experience working in a tertiary acute care setting Preferred Qualifications: Charge exp. (2 yrs); Tertiary Pediatric RN exp. (5 yrs); 1+ yr specialized Pediatric exp ...

Alberta Health Services

Registered Nurse

Calgary, AB · On-site

CA$40.76 - CA$55.79/hr

One or more years of previous experience working in a tertiary acute care setting. Preferred Qualifications: Charge exp. (2 yrs); Tertiary Pediatric RN exp. (5 yrs); 1+ yr specialized Pediatric exp ...

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What is a nurse in charge?

A Nurse In Charge is a registered nurse who is responsible for overseeing a nursing unit, department, or shift within a healthcare facility. They manage staff, coordinate patient care, handle administrative duties, and ensure that nursing standards are maintained. The Nurse In Charge often acts as a liaison between doctors, nurses, patients, and families, making critical decisions to ensure patient safety and efficient workflow. Their leadership is essential for maintaining a high standard of care and supporting the nursing team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nurse in charge, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nurse In Charge, you need advanced clinical expertise, leadership abilities, and a nursing degree with active RN licensure, often complemented by additional management training. Familiarity with healthcare management systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and scheduling software is typically required. Strong decision-making, team leadership, effective communication, and conflict resolution skills set outstanding Nurse In Charge professionals apart. These competencies are crucial for ensuring safe, efficient patient care and smooth unit operations in healthcare settings.

What are some of the key challenges a nurse in charge may face during a typical shift?

A Nurse In Charge often manages multiple responsibilities simultaneously, including overseeing patient care, coordinating staff assignments, and responding to emergencies. Common challenges include balancing administrative duties with clinical leadership, addressing staff shortages or unexpected changes in patient acuity, and ensuring clear communication among multidisciplinary teams. Effective time management and strong interpersonal skills are essential to navigate these complexities while maintaining high standards of care for patients and supporting the nursing team.

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Infographic showing various Nurse In Charge job openings in Calgary, AB as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 61% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 22% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Registered Nurse (Casual) - Bethany Harvest Hills

Bethany Care Society

Calgary, AB • On-site

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough nursing assessments of residents to establish and prioritize care plans.

  • Accurately document resident care assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with policies and regulations.

  • Contribute to a safe environment by understanding safety guidelines, identifying unsafe conditions, and reporting them.

Job description

About The Role:

With a passion for care towards residents, families and team members, the Registered Nurse is accountable for practicing outstanding care and support to residents, resident families, team members and volunteers to the full scope of professional nursing practice, and to ensure that their conduct meets the standards of the profession and of Bethany Care Society to deliver resident centered care planning, implementation and evaluation.

What You Will Do:

Individual responsibilities will fall under five main areas of focus:

  • Resident-Centered Care:Promotes service excellence and is responsive to the residents' needs in accordance with resident care plans, policies and procedures. Conducts a complete and thorough nursing assessment of the resident to establish and prioritize nursing care and determine appropriate collaboration with other Interdisciplinary Team members. Utilizes data to identify resident/family needs and strengths; reviews and revises care plan to incorporate care goals and expected outcomes

  • Documentation:Accurately and comprehensively documents resident care assessments, interventions and outcomes in alignment with Bethany policies and procedures. Documents timely, accurate reports of data collection, interpretation, planning, implementing and evaluating care in accordance with Bethany Care Society policy, and regulatory requirements.

  • Safety:Contributes to a safe environment for residents, team and self by understanding and adhering to safety guidelines and practices at all times. Identifies and mitigates unsafe conditions in the work environment, including immediate reporting of any unsafe conditions.

  • Pro-active Learner:Demonstrates the vision and values of Bethany and lives out the mission of Creating Caring Communities. Attends and actively participates in Interdisciplinary Team meetings and care conferences, and shares knowledge of the resident and advocates for resident choice.

  • Team Work:Cares for and actively participates and assists the Interdisciplinary Team to achieve and maintain a responsible atmosphere of resident centered care. Promotes constructive caring relationships with the Interdisciplinary Team, by fostering an understanding of the unique contributions of all team members, as well as with the residents, families and visitors.

  • Leadership:Enables a high performance culture through leading, developing and coaching employees. Accountable for assuming the 'In Charge' role and responsibility, including providing clinical nursing leadership and consultation to team members, residents and families, direct nursing care and crisis intervention as needed.

What You Bring:

  • Graduated from an accredited Nursing School with a Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) degree

  • Candidates with Bachelor's Degree in Nursing with 1 year experience preferred

  • Gerontology Nursing experience preferred

  • Active Registration and in good standing with CARNA

  • Able to work effectively in a physically demanding environment

  • Demonstrates ability to understand, speak, read and write effectively in English

  • Excellent observation, communication, and critical thinking skills

  • Current CPR

  • Dementia Care Certificate and experience preferred

  • Knowledge of RAI/MDS 2.0 tool, computer skills and electronic documentation is preferred

Position Information:

Location:

Calgary, Alberta

Site:

Bethany Harvest Hills

Site Address:

19 Harvest Gold Manor NE, Calgary, AB T3K 4Y1

Classification:

Registered Nurse (Casual) - Bethany Harvest Hills

FTE:

0.00

Non- Union/Union:

Department/Unit:

Care Services - Harvest Hills

Time Type:

Variable time

Position Type:

Casual

Shift & Hours of Work:

Variable

Shift per Cycle:

Variable

Position Start Date:

Position End Date:

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those selected to move forward will be contacted.
Bethany Care Society is an equal opportunity employer.
Successful candidates will be required to obtain a Criminal Background Check and provide proof of all mandatory immunizations.
Bethany Care Society complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). By forwarding your resume to Bethany you are consenting to the collection and use of your personal information for this job competition. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

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