If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a full-time Access and Flow Care Leader to join our Transitional Care team based in West Bedford, Nova Scotia.

The transitional care model supports Nova Scotia Health patients/families who require additional time, services, and support to transition back to home/community, by providing an alternate space with intentional programming, building design, and resource allocation to increase the probability of returning to their previous living situation.

The Access & Flow Care Leader will collaborate with our partners at Nova Scotia Health to determine bed availability and assist with the coordination of admissions and discharges. They must ensure an interdisciplinary approach to the discharge planning process and ensure continuity of care for the patient during admission, through their stay and with their discharge. They must provide quality patient care consistent with applicable legislation, nursing regulatory standards, Accreditation standards, evidence-based practices, and Shannex’s Vision, Core Values, Guiding Principles, Strategic Directions, and policies and procedures.

Meaningful Benefits

As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development, and advancement and at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference. We offer a competitive compensation package, additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to healthcare 24/7 for free through the group benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks Program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Promotes a Patient-directed philosophy while focusing on Home First principal
• Supports initial identification and assessments of potential admissions in consultation with NS Health Partners and Internal MRHCP
• Collaborates daily with NS Health Partners to ensure admissions and discharges are coordinated and vacancies are filled immediately, working closely with Access and Flow and Bed Management within NS Health
• Aids with complex discharge needs; collaborating with the interdisciplinary teams to coordinate discharge plans, transportation, care plans, medication management, etc.
• Assisting clinical teams with education for patients and families in preparation for discharges, liaising with community partners and the NSH Outreach team
• Supports clinical leadership, chairs daily rounds/weekly rounds and provides oversight of the patient documentation system and C3 tile system to ensure documentation is up to date and relevant
• Assures compliance with regulatory agencies and the accreditation process
• Establishes and maintains an organizational structure and professional model of practice that maintains effective communication, and clearly defines responsibility and accountability
• Assumes the duties of registered staff as required.

About You

• Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred

• Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nurses

• Minimum 5 years nursing experience which includes two years clinical nursing with acute care nursing experience and 2 years’ administrative experience or equivalent being an asset

• Desire to work in a progressive environment that embraces change

• A positive approach to new initiatives and opportunities for improvement

• Knowledge of the principles of coordination, organization, and administration

• Knowledge of current literature and applied research for the delivery of health care

• Knowledge of operational and personnel rules and regulations and the collective bargaining agreement

• Knowledge of departmental and provincial policies and practices affecting work

• Knowledge of West Bedford Transitional Care an asset

• Strong interpersonal skills and relationships with community partners and leaders

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, Transitional Care, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you’re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.