Registered Nurse
About the job
- Graduated from an accredited nursing school with a Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) degree.
- Active registration and good standing with the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta.
- Able to work effectively in a physically demanding environment.
- Able to understand, speak, read, and write effectively in English.
- Excellent observation, communication, and critical thinking skills.
- Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification.
- Practice nursing care and support for residents, resident families, team members, and volunteers within the full scope of professional nursing practice.
- Deliver resident-centered care planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Promote service excellence and respond to residents' needs according to resident care plans, policies, and procedures.
- Conduct complete and thorough nursing assessments to establish and prioritize nursing care and determine appropriate collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
- Use data to identify resident and family needs and strengths, and review and revise care plans to incorporate care goals and expected outcomes.
- Accurately and comprehensively document resident care assessments, interventions, outcomes, data collection, interpretation, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to a safe environment by adhering to safety guidelines and practices and identifying, mitigating, and reporting unsafe conditions.
- Attend and actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care conferences, share knowledge of residents, and advocate for resident choice.
- Participate in and assist the interdisciplinary team in achieving and maintaining resident-centered care.
- Promote constructive relationships with interdisciplinary team members, residents, families, and visitors.
- Assume the in-charge role and provide clinical nursing leadership and consultation to team members, residents, and families.
- Provide direct nursing care and crisis intervention as needed.
- One year of experience with a bachelor's degree in nursing.
- Gerontology nursing experience.
- Dementia Care Certificate and related experience.
- Knowledge of the Resident Assessment Instrument/Minimum Data Set 2.0 tool, computer skills, and electronic documentation.
About the company
Bethany Care Society provides person-centered continuing care, assisted living, and affordable housing for seniors and adults with disabilities in Alberta since 1945. It offers a continuum of living options and supportive services designed to help people age well, including long-term care, assisted living, and affordable housing, under the banner of Creating Caring Communities. The organization differentiates itself through its long history, focus on personalized care, and a mission-driven approach to transforming aging in Alberta, aligning services across housing and care to support residents in their local communities. The goal is to create caring communities by delivering coordinated, compassionate care and accessible housing that enable seniors and adults with disabilities to age with dignity and independence.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Calgary, Canada
Founded
1945
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What believers are saying
- The Next Chapter launched in May 2025 as a $20 million capital campaign.
- Bethany’s 2025/26 annual report highlights innovation across care, housing, and community supports.
- Kaleidoscope XR adds workforce-training innovation that strengthens recruitment and care quality narratives.
What critics are saying
- Bethany’s model depends heavily on Alberta government support and capital-campaign funding.
- The 420-room Bethany Calgary rebuild concentrates execution risk, delays, and cost overruns into one asset.
- If public funding or donations weaken, Bethany’s expansion pipeline stalls and competitive relevance erodes.
What makes Bethany Care Society unique
- Bethany celebrated 80 years in 2025, signaling deep Alberta relationships and brand trust.
- Bethany Calgary is being redeveloped into 420 private rooms with neighborhood-style living.
- Bethany ranks #5 on Forbes Canada’s Best Employers for Company Culture 2026.
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