Leader Patient Flow Operations - Access and Flow

 Req ID: 221930
Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital 
Department: OPWZ Nursing Resource YRH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly PT (40%) x 1 
Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 8-Jul-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Access and Flow Manager, the Leader Patient Flow Operations is responsible for the Nursing Administration and the coordination of safe, efficient patient care services within the facility. Responsibilities also include ensuring staffing levels are adequate to meet patient census. The Leader Patient Flow Operations will supervise nursing staff, and coordinate all hospital and bed utilization activities in the absence of hospital administration.
 
The Leader Patient Flow Operations works collaboratively and consultatively with patients/clients, families, management, staff, physicians, community partners and service providers to apply strategic and analytical thinking to address challenges with the ultimate goal of high quality, safe and cost-effective services to better support the patient experience/outcome.
 
The Leader Patient Flow Operations exhibits sound professional judgement and initiative while working within the framework and objectives of the Health Services Program and the Mission, Vision and Strategic Direction of the NSH.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing
• Registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing
• Minimum of three (3) years medical/surgical experience or equivalent in an acute care setting
• Minimum of two (2) years’ nursing management experience
• BCLS required
• ACLS is an asset
• Demonstrated leadership, planning, organization and time management skills
• Ability to promote and maintain good interpersonal relations in dealing with patients, visitors and other health professionals
• Ability and knowledge to match utilization needs to resources available
• Ability to perform duties that involve lifting, bending and stretching
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

 
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent, part-time; 30 hours bi-weekly 
• Shifts include days, evenings, nights, weekends & holiday

Compensation and Benefits

$40.95 - $54.41 hourly
 
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. 

What you'll love about Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home. 

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.  

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.