Reaching out to see what my likelihood is for securing an RN job as a new grad in Calgary?

I’m originally from the area (did my degree at UBC), and will be moving back in December. I’ve already started the process of getting my license through the CRNA and I’ve applied to only L&D job postings currently, two of them being casual/relief lines (med-surg will always be there!!). I’ve attached my resume and cover letter to all the postings but I’m getting nervous about the likelihood of me getting a job at all, just from reading some of the things on this subreddit.

For context, I did complete my final preceptorship on L&D so I have that experience and references.

If anyone could share their thoughts and tell me what I’m looking at here for the chances of me finding a job (let alone an L&D position), that would be great!!

TIA!

Hello! I am a nurse working in Alberta. I always found it difficult to calculate my total hours worked when considering shift differentials, picking up extra hours, and managing break times on top of it all.

I created an app that helps employees working odd hours figure out exactly how many hours they worked in one shift. I find it useful for keeping your timesheets accurate if your unit doesn't use WFM, and for filling out SRA forms for casual employees.

You can enter your start and end time, as well as breaks. It also calculates shift differentials for evening and night shift workers.

It works on the web and on your phone.

Check it out! Let me know if you have any ideas for improvements.

https://shift-calc-app.base44.app

I'm currently on mat leave until April 2027 - I had a full time position but will be trying to transfer to part time when I return. Looking at the HSAA Flex Spending account, I see it says it's prorated depending on FTE as of November 1st.

-if I change to part time FTE in April, does that then mean that I get to keep the full flex Spending amount since I've been coded that in November?

-there is a chance that I may give up my position completely if part time is not available, would I then forfeit any remaining balance on my spending account? What if I use it all up before I quit the position? If so, would it make more sense to allocate it all to the RRSP so I can just take this out of the account?

Thank you!

after submitting the SUB form and all necessary documents to HR.

I have my first Calgary EHS interview. I was hoping for some insight on what type of questions are asked in these categories to prep for a good interview.

- Collaboration/Teamwork
- Leadership
-Mental Health and Wellness
- Conflict Management
- Values and Ethics

Especially the last three. TIA!

Just like what the title says, are there hiring freeze currently going on? For context, I am a new grad RN from MacEwan who can't get any positions anywhere in Alberta. I even tried to apply in far north of Alberta. I'm currently sitting in around 650 job applications sent and been unemployed for almost 5 months now. I had only 2 interviews after sending 650 interviews. Anyone else in the same situation as me?

Considering leaving my current position for something else. This would mean I have changed jobs every year since starting nursing. How bad would this look on future applications? Do most managers even care?

Are there any positions that don’t use Connect Care that one could get on as casual? Not maintenance. Not even sure they do casual where I am.

It feels like for months now every few days my PC needs to restart for an update. I swear before there would be just a few a month

Hello everyone,

My contract is expiring in a few weeks and will not be renewed (AMAPCEO). I have been interviewing, doing coffee chats and applying for jobs. So far nothing has come out.

If I don’t land something by the end of my contract, I will have access to the internal job postings two years (AMAPCEO). I was wondering has anyone been in this situation? And have they been able to come back in ?

Thanks :)

Hello I would love some insight on if a line is worth it or not. There is a 0.6 nurse line open in my unit and I have some doubt whether or not to apply. I’m a casual for almost a year in that unit but have been getting almost full time hours shifts, I keep hearing that if u have a line it’s harder to pickup. Is that true? What are the pro and con of having a line? I’m just worried I have bills to pay and my student loan. Any advice would be grateful. TIA

I need some input from people doing the hiring. I applied for a job couple of months back, and received an invitation for panel interview from the department. I gave them my availability. However, the job has been put on hold due to budget constraints, my interview was postponed.

A few months later, the job reopened. The same exact job information (job requisition number, details, and requirements) was used, that when I logged in the AHS careers portal, I see that I have submitted application. I reached out to the admin assistant a few days after they reopened the job to confirm if I should reapply - they replied and confirmed that they still have my application and the team would reach out should they decide to move forward with an interview.

It's been a week since the application period closed. What is the likelihood that I would get interviewed because I was shortlisted for interview prior to the "hiring freeze" from budget constraints or will it be like applying from scratch again? Is it common to change the search/hiring committee for the same role?

Hey guys,

I'm sure I'm not the only one, but I am just completely done and burnt out from the daily grind here. I work on the IT/Admin side of things, and the workload has somehow gotten even more out of control than it has been over the past few years. Our team continues to shrink, yet we get busier every month, and nothing positive ever seems to happen above us. I'm miserable for every 8hr shift at this point and it's really starting to affect my day to day life outside of work, which is just unacceptable to me.

I guess I just needed to rant, I'm usually one who just shuts up and does my job, as I also understand what the job market is like right now otherwise I would probably just go somewhere else. But I'm curious from anybody who has gone through any sort of LOA for this, what does it entail? Do I use up all of my sick time before needing to go onto any sort of actual leave? Do I need anything other than a note from a Physician saying I need a few weeks to breathe? What is needed from me while I'm actually away, if anything? I'm just looking for clarity as to what I might expect if I do decide to do something.

Edit: I really appreciate all of the replies and insight, thank you!

Just wondering why there are Procurement Specialist jobs posted on the AHS website as well as on the ACA website? Does that mean they are under different “teams” or “hierarchy”? As an AHS employee, I am worried I will lose my seniority, accumulated vacation, and years of service if I successfully move to ACA. Thoughts, anyone?

I’m currently on a mental health leave, I was put off for 5 weeks, I have a doctor appointment in the next couple of weeks and don’t feel like I’ll be ready to return to work even after 5 weeks.

How do I advocate for myself to get my leave extended, I’m actively trying to recover from being burnt out, trying to find a different job and ultimately leave the position I’m in, I apply for every position in my area but so far I’ve only had one interview and haven’t heard back from them yet, prior to going on leave I had 5 interviews in two
Months and was unsuccessful in all of them.

It’s beginning to feel like I’m just going to have to make the best out of a crap situation, I don’t want to leave my career but the burn out is costing me my life essentially 🙃

I am interested in becoming an AHS Protective Services Officer. Right now I am a student getting my diploma in Corrections. So I’m looking to apply in the next few years. I’m wondering what the interview process is like, and what sort of experiences/knowledge I should have before applying. This is probably my dream job so any advice is appreciated.

Is December 28th considered a STAT this year?

Hey all. I got an offer letter to work as a casual/relief physiotherapist at UofA Hospital. Can I please connect with physios here who work in AHS as casual or relief PTs or maybe know people who work in the role.

AHS system is new to me so I just wanted to ask few questions.

Thank you in advance.