Job Description

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. The Bed Planner acts as a point of contact for the site regarding current status of admissions, discharges and transfers to defined beds. The Registered Nurse - Bed Planner will coordinate the movement of patients through specific program as well as the ongoing communication with the inter-professional team regarding clinical status of patients waiting for admission. The Team Lead is responsible for coordinating patient placements on site in collaboration with the program specific bed planners. 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 placement of patients. The role of the Bed Planner is highly complex and Responsibilities include managing access and daily census of defined program specific bed base.

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 shall be paid $35.17/hour - $42.96/hour. Upon being entered into the register of Registered Nurses, the rate of pay shall be adjusted to the rate of pay applicable to a Registered Nurse in accordance with AHS/UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii) as applicable. This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within the unit, program, or office expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 MT on the 5th calendar day following the posting date, under LOU #25. In the event that no Regular Employee from this workplace 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.

• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: IOC - Integrated Operation Center
• Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.54
• Posting End Date: 27-JAN-2023
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 06-FEB-2023
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 31
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $38.44
• Maximum Salary: $50.45
• 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). Additional Required Qualifications:

A minimum of five years acute care nursing experience is required with experience in Medicine and Surgery programs. Effective time management and prioritization skills are required. Conflict resolution and strong communication skills are required. Must be able to work independently and within a team environment. Ability to problem solve and demonstrate critical thinking skills is required. 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. Knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, EDIS, VAX and e-People is preferred. Must be able to porter/transport patients on site as required. Preferred Qualifications:

As required.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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