Job Description

Your Opportunity:
As a Registered Nurse-Discharge Coordinator, out of the Northern Lights Regional Health Centre, you will have the opportunity to work within a unique diverse environment and enjoy the benefits of a larger team while collaborating with other professionals. As part of a team, you will support clients within the hospital setting to facilitate access to community resources and enhance care through effective communication with the care team. You will support client transitions across the care spectrum of the departments. We embrace the philosophy of person and family-centered care and recognize that each client and family member have unique values, personal history and an equal right to dignity, respect, and to participate fully in their environment. Your success will come from creating partnerships and relationships with clients, families, coworkers and community partners that will lead to the best client outcomes and enhance quality of life. You will be a strong problem solver while staying organized in a very demanding environment. Located within Fort McMurray, which resides on Treaty 8 territory, and the beautiful lands of the Metis. Respecting the historical impacts of colonization, acknowledging traditional Indigenous beliefs and cultures and the diversity of many beliefs among Indigenous peoples. Enjoy this welcoming multicultural community with opportunities for all ages. Discover Canada's boreal forest, four provincial parks, and nearby lakes and rivers. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Fort McMurray Northern Living Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $12,480. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.
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 $35.87/hour - $43.82/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.

Acute Care Alberta:

Primary Care Alberta:

N

Recovery Alberta:

N

Classification:

Registered Nurse

Union:

United Nurses of Alberta

Unit and Program:

Discharge Coordination

Primary Location:

Fort McMurray N Lts HC/Mnt Hlt

Location Details:

As Per Location

Multi-Site:

At or Out of (UNA only)

FTE:

1.00

Posting End Date:

21-JUL-2025

Temporary Employee Class:

Temp F/T Benefits

Date Available:

31-JUL-2025

Temporary End Date:

01-FEB-2026

Hours per Shift:

7.75

Length of Shift in weeks:

4

Shifts per cycle:

19

Shift Pattern:

Days

Days Off:

Saturday/Sunday

Minimum Salary:

$39.21

Maximum Salary:

$51.46

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). If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required: CRNA Medication Management - Chapters 1 - 4 (https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/%2Flearning-and-development%2Flearning-modules%2F) and the NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification (https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271#section-0)

Additional Required Qualifications:

Past experience working with various agencies in the area. Experience with case management and coordination. Strong communication skills and time management required. Must be proficient in Connect Care, Office Suite, and AHS computer systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

As Required.