Designation: Registered Nurse; Licensed Practical Nurse
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Job Type: Full Time
Hours per Shift: 8-hour
Days Off: Evenings, weekends, statutory holidays
Salary: Starting at $38.50 (RN); 27.00/hour (LPN)

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OUR MISSION

To serve, strengthen and uplift men, women, youth and children through the life-changing gospel of Jesus Christ

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Role Summary: 

We are seeking a motivated and dedicated nurse to join the nurse-led clinic within our Calgary based Dayspace. As a nurse, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care and promoting overall wellness for the vulnerably housed community. Clients present with various physical, psychological, and social health concerns, as well as challenges with addictions. The community health nurse uses their clinical expertise and critical thinking to provide holistic care to clients. The successful candidate will continuously increase their knowledge of and relationship with community resources to guide clients to the appropriate areas to meet their health needs. The nurse will provide leadership and guidance to shelter staff colleagues on methods to promote the health and safety of both staff and clients. The nurse will also be mobile in their care, able to safely provide services within the shelter and the property immediately surrounding it.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Wound care
• Case management
• Documentation
• Emergency response
• Continuing competency
• Nursing assessments and interventions
• Medication assistance
• Advocate for client wellness
• Educate patients on preventative care and disease management
• Support clients in mental health and addictions recovery
• Comply with PIPA, privacy, confidentiality, FOIP
• Advise on HM Policies and Procedures
• Participate in interdisciplinary and interagency collaboration
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives within the clinic
• Provide mentorship and preceptorship to colleagues, new staff, and students

Required Qualifications:

Active registration in good standing with either the College of Registered Nurses (CRNA) or the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA). Active First Aid certification (preferably BLS-HCP). Active professional liability protection insurance. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Self-motivated and able to work well with minimal supervision. Capable of working collaboratively with the health care team.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with vulnerable populations, especially those experiencing homelessness. Proficiency in computer skills and EMR systems. Strong understanding of Culturally Informed Care and Trauma Informed Care. Strong communication skills. Candidates should demonstrate a strong capacity for independence, self-motivation, and the ability to proactively take initiative in their work.

Other Requirements:

• Being a Christian Organization we require our employees to be in agreement and sign the Hope Mission Statement of Faith.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada on a full-time basis.
• Able to provide Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search
• A letter of reference from a ministry or church is an asset
• Adherence to Hope Mission’s Policies and Procedures.

To apply, please send:

1. Resume and,

2. Cover letter stating why you would like to work with a Christian organization

TO Hope Mission Human Resources at

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.