Transitional Health
An Innovative New Model of Care
Shannex has partnered with Nova Scotia Health (NSH) to bridge the gap between hospital and community care. The first of its kind in Nova Scotia, West Bedford Transitional Health serves patients 18+ who no longer require a hospital stay, but need additional support before they return to community.
Adding this new service is reducing emergency wait times and capacity challenges faced by Nova Scotia’s health care system by freeing up hospital beds.
West Bedford Transitional Health
Since opening in Fall 2024, Shannex team members have helped to shape this innovative model of care in Nova Scotia while providing service to patients who otherwise would have remained in hospital. West Bedford Transitional Health will soon expand from 68 to 178 patient rooms—each designed for privacy and comfort with air conditioning, ergonomic furniture and a private washroom. Patients enjoy an environment that’s peaceful, beautiful and taken care of by our building and support services teams, ensuring everything they need is at their door so they can focus on returning home.
Dedicated dining room on each floor
Nursing staff on site 24/7
Multiple rehabilitation spaces
“Transitional Health is an important link in our healthcare system. Our continued success reflects the collaboration between patients, our team and our partners at Nova Scotia Health.”
– Jemima Tucker, RN, General Manager
Individualized Assessment and Care Planning
Transitional health combines medical, rehabilitation, and practical and emotional support in a community setting. Patients work with their care team, including occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and other health professionals, to prepare for their return to home.
- Rehabilitation and physiotherapy services
- Post operation surgical recovery
- Wellness programs to optimize independence
- Fulfilling recreation and leisure programs for a variety of interests and abilities
- Food services and nutrition
Discover a Career at West Bedford Transitional Health
Working in transitional health means you can focus on goal-oriented recovery rather than acute treatment or long term care. You’ll help bridge the gap between hospital and home, caring for patients who are medically stable, but still need rehabilitation, care, or daily living support before regaining independence.
Transitional health offers a balanced pace, combining hands-on caregiving with rehabilitation goals and patient enrichment. You’ll work collaboratively with patients and colleagues to create meaningful personalized care plans.
- Accessible and convenient location
- Free parking
- Transfer of NSHA Pension Plans (NSHEPP)
“We’re reshaping healthcare, lifting pressure off hospitals, and most importantly, changing lives. It’s still evolving—adaptability is key to making a real impact.”
– Rebecca McGregor, RN
Upcoming Events
January 22, 2026
Working with the West Bedford Transitional Health team
“We’ve built a great culture here. Everyone supports one another, and we all take pride in what we do. Come to work because you care, because you want to make a difference, and because the work matters.”
– Henry Brown, Culinary Manager
Featured Transitional Health Roles
West Bedford Transitional Health offers a range of roles, with several positions currently open or opening soon in advance of our phase two opening.
- Nursing Staff (LPN, RPN, RN, NP)
- Certified Continuing Care Assistant (CCA)
- Allied Health (PT, OT, PTA/OTA)
- Food Services and Dining
- Housekeeping and Support Services
- Building and Maintenance Services
Recruiting now!
Nursing Staff
At West Bedford Transitional Health, Licensed Nursing staff include NPs, RNs and LPNs, and are integral supporting the goal of patients returning home. Together, they promote health, engage in inter-professional collaboration, perform regular assessments, and offer evidence based clinical expertise to inform care plans that meet patient/family goals.
“You deal with primary care, acute, care and transitional health needs. It’s a very balanced learning environment with variety and an opportunity to think outside the box.”
– Alison MacMellon, Nurse Practitioner
Recruiting now
Certified Continuing Care Assistance (CCA)
Certified Continuing Care Assistants (CCAs), referred to as Transitional Care Assistants (TCAs) provide personal care with a focus on supporting and encouraging the level of functional ability required to return to community.
Recruiting now
Allied Health
Restorative health professionals (e.g. PT/OT and PT/OT Assistants) support the focus on functional abilities, encouraging adherence to treatment plans, and guiding patients with their expertise and knowledge.
Meet the Transitional Health Leadership Team
In addition to clinical, care, and allied health professionals, patients enjoy peaceful and welcoming spaces, as well as a dining program built to fuel their recovery. Each member of the leadership team brings previous experience across a range of environments, including acute care, emergency care, long term care, retirement living and administrative environments. Together, and with patients at the heart of every decision, they are improving the Nova Scotia healthcare system by relieving pressure on hospitals and providing patients a personalized pathway to go home safely, confidently and with independence.
