Who we are:

Crowfoot Village Family Practice (CVFP) is an innovative team that cares for more than 24,000 new-born to geriatric patients from Calgary and the surrounding area. Our team includes physicians, a nurse practitioner, registered nurses, pharmacists, a health management nurse, respiratory educators, a behavioural health consultant, medical office assistants and administrative assistants.

Our hours of operation are Monday – Friday 8:00 – 5:00pm.

We are looking to hire a casual Registered Nurse.

The Job:

The family practice registered nurse provides comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and creates linkages with community resources in promoting optimal level health and well-being for the patients. The registered nurse provides assessment, screening and education functions with the goal of improving health outcomes and supporting access to services including:

• Health Assessment

• Health Education

• Health Management

• Health Promotion

The ideal candidate:

• Deeply committed to supporting our patients and team members

• Genuinely friendly, kind, with a professional demeanor

• Ability to work in a team-based environment

• Adaptability – flexible and able to adjust approach to meet changing demands and situations including dealing with diverse people and personalities in a fast-paced environment

• Communication skills – strong verbal and written communication in person and on the phone. Able to listen effectively and express oneself in a clear and articulate manner

• Attention to Detail – ability to complete tasks accurately

• Organization skills – prioritizing and strong time-management skills

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing required. Baccalaureate degree in Nursing preferred.

• Current CARNA registration required.

• Current BLS Healthcare level certification required.

• Three to five years clinical nursing experience in a variety of healthcare settings (acute care and community). Family Practice Nursing experience preferred.

• Excellent communication, critical thinking and decision making skills required.

• Demonstrated ability to function independently and within a team environment required.

• Time management skills.

• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to change in the workplace required.

• Knowledge and understanding of Infection Prevention and Control requirements

• By following principles of standard practice, disposing safely of hazardous materials, and practicing safety in the workplace required.

• Knowledge and understanding of workplace safety standards including recognizing and reporting safety issues, using equipment and supplies according to established

• Standards and using appropriate lifting techniques in the workplace required.

• Computer skills required. Previous experience with an Electronic Medical Record

• Electronic Medical Record experience specifically: MedAccess, an asset.

Offers and Perks:

• The opportunity to work alongside a team of highly-skilled health professionals
• Opportunity for learning, job advancement and leadership development
• Competitive wages
• Benefits and Employee Family Assistance Program
• Wellness program
• Annual team retreats (when restrictions permit)
• Consistent work hours and a commitment to work/life balance
• Supportive team dynamics and regular opportunities for collaboration
• Wages to be negotiated and are dependent upon experience.