Registered Nurse - Transition Coordinator

Your Opportunity:

If you enjoy a fast paced environment, thrive on problem-solving in complex situations and are open to change, this position may be of interest to you. Transition Coordinators assess patients’ needs in the context of the whole person including their life situation and determinants of health. Critical thinking and accurate interpretation of complex information from a variety of sources are essential to the clinical decision-making required for the determination of appropriate continuing care living options. The role of the Transition Coordinator is highly complex and includes comprehensive assessment, planning and coordination of care, as well as ongoing communication with other health-care providers across the continuum of care. Major responsibilities include: completing comprehensive electronic needs assessments, determining urgency/priority, developing and implementing appropriate service plans, coordinating service delivery across programs/settings, liaising with Continuing Care staff and other community resources, providing information and support to clients, families, and caregivers. The Transition Coordinator works within a multi-disciplinary team of health professionals and is responsible for appropriate referral to other programs/services, appropriate documentation, participation in conferences and team meetings, process, and outcome evaluation and professional development activities.

Description:

The Registered Nurse (RN) participates in nursing assessments and interventions, care planning, implementing prescribed treatments, administering medications, evaluating treatments, and monitoring/documenting treatment progress and patient/resident response. Acting as an advocate, coordinator and liaison for the patient/resident, the RN identifies needs and sets priorities in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. The RN facilitates patient/resident and family education and discharge planning, and may be required to act in a charge nurse capacity. The RN is responsible for the provision of care in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the UNA Collective Agreement.

• Classification:
Registered Nurse
• Union:
COV UNA
• Unit and Program:
Integrated Access
• Primary Location:
Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Location Details:
As Per Location
• Multi-Site:
At (UNA only)
• FTE:
1.00
• Posting End Date:
21-OCT-2024
• Temporary Employee Class:
Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available:
31-OCT-2024
• Temporary End Date:
26-OCT-2025
• Hours per Shift:
7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks:
8
• Shifts per cycle:
38
• Shift Pattern:
Days, Weekends
• Days Off:
As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary:
$39.21
• Maximum Salary:
$51.46
• Vehicle Requirement:
Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Graduate of a Registered Nurse program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required. If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, completion of the following free courses are also required: 1) CRNA Medication Administration Certificate - https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/%2Flearning-and-development%2Flearning-modules%2F 2) NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification - https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271#section-0 PLEASE NOTE: This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within this unit/program/office expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 on the 5th calendar day following the posting date, under LOU #25. In the event that no Regular Employee from this unit/program/office expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of Article 14: Promotions, Transfers and Vacancies. Please be advised this posting may be used to fill multiple identical vacancies arising as a result of the administration of the Trial of Modified Posting Provisions.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Minimum of one (1) year Charge/Triage Nurse experience is required. Three of the past five years of acute care nursing experience specific to adult/geriatric patient populations within Medicine, Surgery, Critical care and/or ER. Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills are required. Proven conflict resolution and strong communication skills. Must be able to work independently and within a team environment. Ability to problem solve and demonstrate critical thinking skills. Demonstrated ability to provide comprehensive assessments to individuals within their physical and social environments. Must be able to cope with high levels of stress, fluctuating priorities, and time sensitive deadlines. Must be able to tolerate long periods of sitting or standing and repetitive movements involving fine motor muscles required for computer-based charting and work tasks (5-8 hrs. daily). Ability to perform all assigned tasks, complete physical nursing assessments and hands on care as required, including but not limited to: lifting or carrying up to 20 kgs on an occasional basis, and physical exertion including bending/walking. Must be able to wear a properly fitted N95 mask when required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum of two years’ experience within the community is preferred (Home Living and/or Continuing Care). Previous Transition Coordinator experience is highly preferred. Knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Pathways, RAI Tools, Connect Care, Meditech and e-People is preferred and an asset.