Registered Nurse - Transition Coordinator

Alberta Health Services; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Transition Coordinator RN to support patients and families as they navigate care decisions. You will draw on information from multiple sources to move patients to the right place of care, in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Relocation expense reimbursement may be available. The role emphasizes coordinating across teams, problem solving, and guiding clients through complex transitions at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital site.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing education program.
• Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the CRNA.
• Current BCLS-HCP certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients and families.
• Lead and support an integrated, holistic approach to patient care.
• Advise and advocate for patients and families during transitions.
• Coordinate care across the system and support discharge planning.

Skills

Leadership

Critical thinking

Collaboration

PFCC

Discharge planning

Crisis management

Stress tolerance

Education

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Your Opportunity

Many experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) appreciate roles that blend clinical insight with meaningful coordination across the care system, and this position offers that balance. As a Transition Coordinator, you’ll support patients and families as they navigate important care decisions, drawing on information from multiple sources to help them move safely and confidently to the right place of care. The work is fast‑paced, collaborative, and full of problem‑solving - ideal for someone who enjoys thinking on their feet and adapting as situations evolve. Nurses who take a comprehensive view of patient needs and value guiding clients through complex transitions will find this role deeply rewarding. Relocation expense reimbursement may be available for eligible candidates. If this reflects the kind of contribution you’re looking to make, we encourage you to apply.

Description

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well‑being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 to $55.79 per hour. Upon obtaining a full practice permit, the rate of pay will be adjusted to the applicable Registered Nurse rate in accordance with UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii), as applicable.

Transition Company

Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta

Classification: Registered Nurse

Union: United Nurses of Alberta

Unit and Program: Assisted Living Alberta

Primary Location: Medicine Hat Regional Hospital

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi‑Site: At or Out of (UNA only)

FTE: 1.00

Posting End Date: 08-SEP-2026

Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits

Date Available: 21-SEP-2026

Temporary End Date: 28-MAR-2027

Hours per Shift: 7.75

Length of Shift in weeks: 12

Shifts per cycle: 57

Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends

Days Off: As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary: $44.56

Maximum Salary: $60.98

Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification.

Additional Required Qualifications

Five or more years’ experience in good standing with CRNA. Experience performing comprehensive assessments of individuals within their physical and social environments. Skilled in collaborative practices and concurrent care planning. Experience with Patient and Family Center Care (PFCC) and Complex Discharge Management. Solution‑focused and able to navigate difficult conversations. Able to succeed through high levels of stress, fluctuating priorities, and time sensitive deadlines. Able to tolerate long periods of sitting or standing, perform repetitive movements, lift and carry 10-15 lbs, and regularly and walk distances up to 3 km per day. Able to provide hands‑on care of patients during assessment (transfers, bariatric clients, bending, twisting, walking, intervening for client safety as required).

Preferred Qualifications

Baccalaureate degree in nursing (RN). Two or more years’ experience within Home and Community Care (Case Management), including Transition Services. Trained in RAI HC and interRAI Contact Assessment. Experience in a CCH (Type A, B, or C) environment. Training in Specialty geriatric or palliative care.