Registered Nurse, Edmonton, Canada – Immigration Support Possible

Visa type confirmed: Immigration Support Possible

Your Opportunity:

The OHNS (Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery) Nurse Navigator plays a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in the ENT Clinic. This position supports patients with complex conditions involving the ears, nose, throat, head, and neck throughout their care journey—from initial consultation to surgical intervention, recovery, and ongoing follow-up. As a clinical coordinator and central point of contact, the Nurse Navigator works closely with the interdisciplinary team, including surgeons, oncologists, allied health, and community providers, to ensure timely and seamless care. Using critical thinking, clinical judgment, and strong communication skills, the OHNS Nurse Navigator conducts assessments, triages referrals, coordinates diagnostics, and facilitates individualized care planning. The Nurse Navigator advocates for patients and families, provides education, and promotes engagement in care decisions. In this role, you will demonstrate leadership in navigating complex or unpredictable situations while fostering continuity of care and optimizing health outcomes. You will work both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment, exercising a high level of autonomy, initiative, and accountability.

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 our client.

• Classification: Registered Nurse (2022.75)
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: EDM UAH WMC ENT CLINIC 1E4
• Primary Location: U of A Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.80
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $43.26
• Maximum Salary: $59.21

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 specific free courses is required.

Additional Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of nursing experience, including recent clinical practice in surgical, oncology, or ENT-related settings.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex patient care across disciplines and within an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Strong patient education, communication, and advocacy skills.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and Microsoft Office.
• Exceptional clinical assessment, triage, and documentation skills.
• Advanced organizational abilities in a high-acuity, fast-paced clinical setting.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
• Experience delivering care in outpatient or ambulatory settings.
• Proven ability to build collaborative working relationships with physicians, allied health, and administrative staff.
• Demonstrates initiative, critical thinking, and adaptability in unpredictable situations.
• Physical ability to meet the demands of the position, including lifting, transporting, and use of clinic equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in nursing or related field preferred.
• 2-3 years of recent experience in ambulatory care and clinic settings, triage roles preferred.
• Previous experience in OHNS, acute surgery with charge experience, oncology, or head and neck surgery navigation is an asset.
• Familiarity with cancer care pathways, diagnostic coordination, and multidisciplinary case management.
• Certification in Oncology Nursing (CON(C)), Case Management, or Patient Navigation is considered an asset.

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