Registered Nurse

Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse with a flair for problem-solving? Join our North Zone Access Team as an Intake Case Manager and be a vital link in connecting Albertans with essential continuing care services, from home and community care to palliative care. In this fast-paced role, you'll guide clients, families, and healthcare professionals through the healthcare system and community programs. Your critical thinking and problem-solving skills will be key as you conduct telephone intakes and assessments, determining healthcare needs and eligibility for services using tools like Connect Care and the InterRAI Contact Assessment and Pediatric Screener. Beyond assessments, you'll advocate for clients and families, directing them to appropriate AHS services and community programs based on your clinical judgment. Your case management skills will ensure smooth transitions and seamless access to resources. You will triage referrals, prioritizing based on urgency, while maintaining a client-centered approach through effective communication. There is the potential for remote or hybrid work options within the North Zone. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and be part of a collaborative team dedicated to enhancing healthcare accessibility, apply now! The location of this position is negotiable with the North Zone.

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. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 to $55.79 per hour. Upon obtaining a full practice permit, 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.

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.

Three to five years of recent professional nursing experience with one year of Home & Community Care experience. Experience with Excel, Teams, Word and the ability to navigate systems such as RightFax, Call Centre etc. A Virtual Care License will be required.

Experience in Gerontology, Palliative Care, Acute Care, Home & Community Care and Transition Services; knowledge of computer applications (Connect Care, Netcare, MS office); McMasters Case Management training. Demonstrated ability to advocate for clients/families and navigate the healthcare system. Awareness of community and government programs, services and eligibility criteria. Demonstrated competency in InterRAI Contact Assessment; and ability to effectively prioritize workload.