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 you.

This Transition Coordinator position is clinical consult based and located at the University of Alberta Hospital where you will be a part of a team of Transition Coordinators with an assigned portfolio/inpatient unit(s) including Emergency.

As a TC, you will 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.

Upon hire, you will receive specialized training providing you the knowledge, tools, and resources to confidently care for your patients.

Role Responsibilities

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 TC 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.

Applicants should be aware that there are physical demands/repetitive movements related to patient assessment and coordination.

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 of AHS.

PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $39.58 - $54.16 per hour. Upon obtaining a full licence, 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.

Position Details

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Registered Nurse (2022.75)
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: UAH Transition Services
• Primary Location: U of A Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At or Out of (UNA only)
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 06-APR-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 20-APR-2026
• Temporary End Date: 16-MAY-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 60
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $43.26
• Maximum Salary: $59.21
• 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.
• If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, you must complete the following free courses: CRNA Medication Management (Chapters 1-4), available at https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/learning-and-development/learning-modules/ and the NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification, available at https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271.

Additional Required Qualifications

• A minimum of five years facility-based nursing experience including geriatric experience (obtained within the last three years).
• A minimum of two years’ experience within community nursing (home care, supportive living or facility living).
• Effective time management and prioritization skills.
• 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 as well as repetitive movements.
• Must be able to lift and carry 10-15kg regularly.
• Must be able to participate in hands on care of patients (ie: transfers, bariatric clients, bending, twisting, walking distances).
• Must provide references that can substantiate above qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Pathways, RAI Tools, and e-People, Connect Care.
• Active Transition Coordinators with up-to-date certification may get preference.