Registered Nurse - Transitions Coordinator

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Nurse - Transition Coordinator to enhance care in the community. The role involves holistic patient assessments, care coordination, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have extensive nursing experience and strong critical thinking skills. Join us to make a difference in patients' lives while working in a supportive environment that values professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of facility-based nursing experience, including geriatric care.
• At least two years of community nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services to patients, families, and communities.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop service plans.
• Coordinate care and support clients, families, and caregivers.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Communication

Time Management

Conflict Resolution

Education

Completion of an accredited nursing program

Active or eligible registration with CRNA

Current BCLS-HCP certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Pathways

InterRAI Tools

Connect Care

Meditech

ePeople

Job description

Your Opportunity:

AHS is dedicated to Enhancing Care in the Community, helping people be healthy, well & independent in their homes & communities. For more information, visit this link. Edmonton Zone Continuing Care provides services through five main program areas: Home Living, Supportive Living, Facility Living, Transition Services & Palliative Care.

The Registered Nurse - Transition Coordinator (TC) is a clinical consult-based position. TCs assess patients’ needs holistically, considering their life situation & determinants of health. Critical thinking & accurate interpretation of complex information are essential for clinical decision-making regarding continuing care options. The TC's role includes comprehensive assessment, planning & coordination of care, ongoing communication with healthcare providers, and liaising with community resources. Responsibilities include completing electronic needs assessments, prioritizing urgency, developing service plans, coordinating services, and supporting clients, families, & caregivers. The TC works within a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for referrals, documentation, participation in team meetings, evaluation, and professional development. This role may be situated in an acute care setting or involve placements at Westview, Leduc, or Devon facilities, depending on operational needs.

Role Description:

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide nursing services to patients, families, communities, and populations, ensuring their safety and well-being. You will utilize nursing processes, critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making, while teaching, counseling, and advocating for patients and families. You will support an integrated, holistic approach to patient care, health promotion, and maintenance, reflecting AHS's shared values.

Compensation:

Provisional Permit Holders are paid $39.58 - $54.16/hour. Upon registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta, pay adjusts to the applicable RN rate per AHS/UNA agreements.

Additional Details:

• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Transition Services
• Location: Bonaventure Gates, with details as per location
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 26-MAY-2025
• Start Date: 09-JUN-2025
• End Date: 15-MAY-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Salary Range: $43.26 - $59.21
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited nursing program
• Active or eligible registration with CRNA
• Current BCLS-HCP certification
• If not practicing in the last five years, completion of specific courses is required: CRNA Medication Management & NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification

Additional Required Qualifications:

• Minimum five years of facility-based nursing experience, including geriatric care within the last three years
• At least two years of community nursing experience, including home care, supportive living, or facility care
• Ability to work independently in various settings, with effective time management, communication, conflict resolution, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to perform comprehensive assessments and handle stress and fluctuating priorities
• Physical ability to perform patient care tasks, including lifting and mobility assistance

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Pathways, InterRAI Tools, Connect Care, Meditech, and ePeople is preferred and an asset.