Regulations & Standards Consultant

The College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) is a regulatory college under the Health Professions Act (HPA). Our vision is excellence in nursing regulation for the health of all Albertans. Our objective is people-first, and we are committed to attracting the best people, engaging, and developing a workforce that embodies our values of integrity, respect, accountability and professionalism. The CRNA is committed to meeting and exceeding its legislative responsibilities by using a Right-touch relational regulatory approach. 

Regulations & Standards Consultant

As part of our commitment to excellence in nursing regulation, we are seeking a Regulation & Standards Consultant to join our Governance, Regulation & Standards team. This position will contribute to the planning, development, interpretation, and evaluation of standards, guidelines and regulatory policies that support the nursing profession in Alberta. 

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who brings deep nursing experience, analytical skills and a systems perspective. You will engage with provincial, national and interprofessional issues to shape policy that protects the public and supports a high performing health-care system. 

What You Will Do

Regulatory Policy Development

• Analyze and monitor the health-care environment to identify policy gaps and inform regulatory improvements. 
• Lead the development of standards of practice, guidelines and other regulatory policy documents for Council consideration.
• Design and implement methods to gather feedback from registrants and external partners.  
• Evaluate data and evidence to support regulatory policy recommendations.
• Analyze legislative changes and assess impacts and risks to the nursing profession.
• Develop evidence-informed briefing notes and responses on nursing and health system issues. 

Partnerships and Collaborations

• Collaborate across internal teams to support regulatory decision making and translate policy into practice. 
• Build and maintain relationships with employers, government officials, researchers and other regulatory bodies. 
• Participate in networks of nursing and interprofessional leaders to advance regulatory policy. 
• Support a professional practice environment that welcomes innovation and ensures quality care delivery. 

What You Possess

Education

• Master’s degree in nursing or other related field.

Experience 

• Minimum 10 years of experience as a registered nurse (RN) with demonstrated expertise across multiple nursing domains (clinical practice, administration, education, research or policy development).
• Demonstrated experience in nursing policy development, implementation and evaluation.
• Advanced knowledge of nursing practice standards and current legislative and regulatory frameworks.
• Working knowledge of Nursing Education Program Approval (NEPA) processes, standards and accreditation requirements.

Skills and Competencies

• Analytical and Research Excellence: Strong ability to evaluate evidence, identify trends and translate insights into policy.
• Communication and Collaboration: Clear, concise communicator with strong relationship building and listening skills.
• Leadership and Project Coordination: Skilled in guiding initiatives and influencing positive outcomes in complex environments.
• Independence and Judgment: Ability to work autonomously, make informed decisions and respond effectively to shifting priorities.
• Technology Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint and virtual collaboration tools.
• Professionalism: High level of integrity, discretion and diplomacy when handling sensitive matters.

What We Offer

• An ongoing full-time employment opportunity.    
• Competitive salary with a comprehensive health and dental benefits package, including resources to support mental health and financial wellness.     
• Annual Health Spending Account (HSA) and Wellness Spending Account (WSA) to support ongoing learning, health, wellness and family services.     
• Defined benefit pension plan.    
• Flexible, hybrid work environment with a 7.25-hour workday, Monday through Friday. 
• 12 general holidays, plus an annual holiday break in December.     
• Earned vacation days, starting at a rate equivalent to 20 days per year.