Psychiatric Nurse Leader

Edmonton, AB, Canada
Full Time
Experienced
Psychiatric Nurse Leader
Villa Marguerite Seniors Community | Edmonton, Alberta
Lead Something New. Make a Lasting Difference.

At Park Place Seniors Living, we believe every individual deserves to live with dignity, purpose, connection, and exceptional care. We are people serving people, and our culture is built on compassion, relationships, accountability, teamwork, and continuous learning. These values guide everything we do for our Residents, families, and one another.
 
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Psychiatric Nurse Leader (RPN or RN) to lead an exciting new specialized neighborhood at Villa Marguerite Seniors Community. This innovative 11-bed program has been developed in partnership with Recovery Alberta to support individuals living with complex mental health, behavioral, and psychosocial needs. 

This is a unique opportunity to build something meaningful from the ground up. As the Psychiatric Nurse Leader, you will help shape a specialized model of care that combines recovery-oriented practice, trauma-informed care, mental health expertise, and person-centered seniors care. You will mentor and inspire a dedicated team while directly influencing the quality of life and well-being of some of our most vulnerable Residents. 

If you are a strong clinician, an engaging leader, and someone who believes exceptional care starts with exceptional relationships, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Park Place?
Meaningful Work That Matters
Every day, you will have the opportunity to improve the lives of Residents, support families, and empower team members to deliver their best care.
Be Part of Innovation
Help lead a unique partnership with Recovery Alberta that is designed to create new possibilities for seniors living with complex mental health and behavioral challenges. 
Supportive Leadership Culture
We believe leadership is about coaching, developing people, building trust, and creating environments where everyone can succeed.
Growth and Development
Park Place is committed to investing in leadership development, continuous learning, and professional growth opportunities.
Collaborative Team Environment
Work alongside physicians, mental health professionals, allied health practitioners, and continuing care leaders who are committed to excellence and innovation. 

What You'll Do
As the Psychiatric Nurse Leader, you will:

Lead Clinical Excellence
•    Provide operational and clinical leadership for the specialized neighborhood.
•    Ensure safe, high-quality, recovery-oriented and trauma-informed care.
•    Support complex resident assessments, care planning, and behavioral support strategies.
•    Promote evidence-informed practice and positive resident outcomes.  
Inspire and Develop Teams
•    Coach, mentor, and support nursing and care staff.
•    Build a high-performing and engaged team culture.
•    Participate in recruitment, onboarding, performance development, and succession planning.
•    Foster a workplace built on respect, accountability, inclusion, and collaboration. 

Build Strong Partnerships
•    Collaborate closely with Recovery Alberta clinicians and leadership.
•    Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and case reviews.
•    Serve as the primary liaison between Villa Marguerite and Recovery Alberta. 

Drive Quality and Innovation
•    Lead quality improvement initiatives.
•    Support program development and evaluation.
•    Advance mental health, dementia care, behavioral supports, and trauma-informed practice within the community. 

What We're Looking For
You are a leader who combines clinical expertise with compassion, emotional intelligence, and a commitment to helping others succeed.

Qualifications
•    Graduate of an accredited Psychiatric Nursing or Nursing program.
•    Active registration, or eligibility for registration, with the applicable Alberta nursing regulatory body.
•    Current BCLS-HCP certification.
•    Experience supporting individuals with complex mental health and behavioral needs.
•    Minimum two years of progressive leadership, supervisory, or management experience in healthcare.
•    Experience in long-term care, supportive living, continuing care, mental health, or behavioral health environments preferred. 

Personal Attributes
•    Passion for seniors care and mental health.
•    Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
•    Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
•    Ability to navigate complex situations with confidence and professionalism.
•    Commitment to creating psychologically safe and inclusive workplaces.
•    Dedication to continuous learning and improvement. 

Join Us
At Park Place Seniors Living, we know that exceptional care begins with exceptional people. If you're ready to lead an innovative mental health program, build a strong team culture, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors every day, we invite you to apply.
Together, we enrich the lives of seniors and create communities where residents, families, and team members thrive. 


 



 
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