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Removing Barriers for Nurse Practitioners
On June 13, 2024, the Council of the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) approved legislative amendments that will eliminate existing barriers for nurse practitioners to provide patient care.
Expanding Primary Care in Alberta with Nurse Practitioners
The College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) commends the Government of Alberta and the Nurse Practitioner Association of Alberta (NPAA) for their initiative and leadership to expand Albertans access to primary care.
Nurse Practitioner Primary Care Program (NPPCP)
Nurse Practitioner Initiatives
The CRNA appreciates the skills and expertise that nurse practitioners (NP) bring to Alberta's health care ecosystem.
Frequently Asked Questions: Registered Nurse (RN) vs Nurse Practitioner (NP)
An FAQ page clarifying the differences between Registered Nurses (RNs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs), including roles, responsibilities, education, and career paths.
Standards
Standards set out the minimum expectations that registrants must meet or exceed in their practice.
Introducing the CRNA's Revised Practice Guidance Framework
Sept. 23, 2024 | CRNA has introduced a new model of practice guidance to support registered nurses (RNs) and nurse practitioners (NPs) in delivering high-quality care that aligns with professional standards, ethical guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Nurse Practitioner (NP) Registration Statement
The College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) is committed to efficient, consistent and transparent registration practices for all applicants.
Who We Regulate
The CRNA regulates registered nurses, certified graduate nurses, nurse practitioners, graduate nurses and graduate nurse practitioners.
Nurse Practitioners Able to Sign Off on Mask Exemption
Understanding Nursing Regulation
The CRNA provides information to help both registrants and the public understand nursing regulations.
Scope of Practice
The CRNA provides information to help registrants understand standards and work within their scope of practice.
News
Stay up to date with the latest news from the CRNA.
Right-touch Relational Regulation
The CRNA exists to protect the public under the Health Professions Act (HPA) and we are proud to accomplish this using a Right-touch regulatory approach.
Complaints
The CRNA is responsible for addressing complaints made about the conduct of its registrants.
Guidelines
Guidelines identify principles, provide direction, clarify roles and responsibilities, and provide a framework for decision-making.
Careers
View open postings at the CRNA.
CRNA Reports Nursing Registration on the Rise in Alberta
Oct. 31, 2023 (Edmonton, AB) — The College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) is pleased to share record-breaking permit renewal numbers for the 2023-2024 practice year.
How We Operate
We protect and serve the public interest using Right-touch regulation.
Annual Permits are Required to Practice
For someone to use a protected health-care title and designation, they must receive a permit to be a registrant with the corresponding regulatory college.
COVID-19
The CRNA provides updates related to COVID-19.
Renewal 2023-2024: Registration on the Rise in Alberta
The College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) is pleased to share record-breaking permit renewal numbers for the 2023-2024 practice year.
Standards for RNs and NPs
The CRNA develops standards that set the minimum expectations of RNs and NPs.
Registered Nurse (RN) vs Nurse Practitioner (NP): Understanding the Difference
Both RNs and NPs share a commitment to patient well-being, but each has distinct responsibilities. Understanding the differences helps patients make informed choices and enhances collaboration across Alberta’s health care system.
CRNA Reports Positive Impact
July 17, 2023 (Edmonton, AB) — The CRNA is transforming its application process to offer fast, affordable and predictable pathways for internationally educated nurses (IENs) seeking licensure in Alberta, effective April 4, 2023.
Public Advisory - Charrybelle Talaue
The College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) has received information that a person by the name of Charrybelle Talaue has identified herself as a registered nurse (RN) in Alberta in order to seek employment.
College Context: What is a Regulatory College?
The CRNA is one of 29 self-governing regulatory colleges named in Alberta’s Health Professions Act (HPA). How is a regulatory college different from an educational college?
Keeping Nurses Informed | COVID-19 Vaccine Exemption Requests: Patient FAQ
COVID-19 News
Educators
Medical Assistance in Dying
On March 17, 2021, changes were made to the medical assistance in dying law (MAID) federal regulations. The revised law mainly modifies MAID eligibility criteria and safeguards in response to the Superior Court of Québec’s 2019 Truchon decision.
Changes to Nursing Policy Documents
Upon government proclamation, new and revised nursing policy documents will come into effect due to Bill 46, the Health Statutes Amendment Act, 2020 (No. 2). These documents outline the expectations of registrants.
New Pathways to Nursing Licensure in Alberta
April 4, 2023 (Edmonton, AB) — The CRNA is transforming its application process to offer fast, affordable and predictable pathways for internationally educated nurses (IENs) seeking licensure in Alberta, effective April 4, 2023.
Legislation
Registrants must follow the federal and provincial legislation and regulations that govern nursing practice.
Employer Newsletter - Dec. 23, 2024
As a collaborator in Alberta's health care ecosystem, the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) is committed to supporting employers in fostering a professional, competent and ethical nursing workforce through Right-touch relational regulation.
How Standards are Created
CRNA standards are developed and revised using best practices and a safety lens to protect and serve the public interest.
Employer Newsletter - July 17, 2024
As a collaborator in Alberta's health care ecosystem, the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) is committed to supporting employers in fostering a professional, competent and ethical nursing workforce through Right-touch relational regulation.
Record Numbers of Registered Nurse Permits Issued in Alberta
On April 4, 2023, CRNA announced a new equitable process to remove many of the barriers that previously existed for internationally educated nurses (IENs). The new process is faster as well as more affordable, predictable, transparent and fair.
Council and Regulatory Committee Applications Now Being Accepted
Recruitment for the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta's (CRNA) Council and regulatory committees opens on Jan. 15, 2024.
Changes to How We Collect Permit Fees
The fee schedule for the upcoming practice year is now available.
Employer Newsletter - Sept. 23 2024
As a collaborator in Alberta's health care ecosystem, the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) is committed to supporting employers in fostering a professional, competent and ethical nursing workforce through Right-touch relational regulation.
Changes to Appointing Regulated Members to the CRNA Council
At its March 2022 meeting, the CRNA Council voted to implement a new competency-based selection and appointment process for filling regulated member vacancies on Council.
Fee Structure for 2024-2025
Council Highlights from December 2024
December 20, 2024 | The recording and highlights are now available.
Practice Guidance Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Submit a Complaint
There are two options to submit a complaint about a registrant.
Media
Information for Media
Awards of Nursing Excellence
Bylaw 4: College Register
Bylaw 4: College Register
College Privacy Statement
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