Registered Nurse - System Navigator

The System Navigator plays a key role in supporting safe, timely and coordinated transitions from hospital to home and community-base care. Working collaboratively across acute care, primary care, community agencies, social services, continuing care, and other health care providers, the Systems Navigator identifies barrier to care transitions, facilitates access to resources, and promotes integrated, patient-centered care. This position is responsible for improving patient outcomes by enhancing coordination across the healthcare continuum, reducing avoidable hospital stays and readmissions, and ensuring patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time. The Systems Navigator serves as a bridge between healthcare providers, patients, families, and community partners to support sustainable care plans and strengthen system capacity.

The Registered Nurse (RN) participates in nursing assessments and interventions, care planning, implementing prescribed treatments, administering medications, evaluating treatments, and monitoring/documenting treatment progress and patient/resident response. Acting as an advocate, coordinator and liaison for the patient/resident, the RN identifies needs and sets priorities in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. The RN facilitates patient/resident and family education and discharge planning, and may be required to act in a charge nurse capacity. The RN is responsible for the provision of care in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the UNA Collective Agreement.

Registered NurseCOV UNASite AdministrationBanff Mineral Springs HospitalEligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within AlbertaAt (UNA only) 0.8002-NOV-2026Temp P/T Benefits16-NOV-202616-NOV-20277.75623Days, WeekendsAs Per Rotation $44.56 $60.98Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications

Graduate of a Registered Nurse program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required. If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, completion of the following free courses are also required: 1) CRNA Medication Administration Certificate - https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home//learning-and-development/learning-modules/ 2) NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification - https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271#section-0

Additional Required Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of healthcare experience in acute care, community care, continuing care, or care coordination. Comprehensive understanding of Alberta's healthcare system and community support services. Strong knowledge of discharge planning and transition-of-care processes. Exceptional relationship-building and collaboration skills. Advanced communication, facilitation, and conflict-resolution abilities. Ability to assess complex situations and develop creative, practical solutions. Excellent organizational and project management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to influence and lead without direct authority. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and healthcare information systems. Commitment to Covenant Health's Mission, Vision, Values, and Person-Centred Care philosophy.

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant graduate-level education in healthcare leadership, health administration, or community development is considered an asset. Experience in discharge planning, case management, system navigation, or community development preferred. Demonstrated experience working with interdisciplinary teams and external community it is vast and partners.