New Job Registered Nurse Iic (Care Coordinator) In Newfoundland And Labrador

Registered Nurse IIC (Care Coordinator)
Registered Nurse IIC (Care Coordinator)

Registered Nurse IIC (Care Coordinator)

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Location : Newfoundland and Labrador

Full Description

Location: Burin Peninsula - Family Care Team

Registered Nurse IIC (Care Coordinator)
(Subject to Classification Review)
Primary Health Care
Permanent, Full Time
26511POS

Hours
75 bi-weekly (8 hour shifts; days, evenings, weekends)
Salary
NS-32, ($38.67 - $47.85)
Competition Number
2023004094
Posted Date
28 June 2023
Closing Date
8 July 2023

About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.

NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca

Job Summary
The Registered Nurse IIC (Care Coordinator) provides nursing leadership within the primary health care program to family care team(s) and collaborates with the Regional Manager to facilitate the overall operation of the clinical area. This position provides service and support to the Family Care Team on the Burin Peninsula, using a hub and spoke model. The principles of the Family Care Team align with the patient health home model of care; using a collaborative health care team approach, from various health disciplines, in the provision of primary health care services.

The Family Care Team Registered Nurse IIC (care coordinator) is a leadership role responsible for coordination of clinical patient care as well as assisting patients and their families to navigate collaborative teams and community services and coordinates conflicts or issues with patients, families, and clinic staff. The Care Coordinator provides ongoing support and clinical expertise to nurses, physicians, and members of the interdisciplinary team; and offers advice and guidance in relation to trends/issues affecting the delivery of services. They identify education and orientation needs of staff to ensure educational compliance; identifies quality and staffing issues and outlines action plans for resolution; and develops new policy/procedures/protocols or makes changes to existing ones. This position engages in quality initiatives such as audits, occurrence reports, workplace measurement statistics, research, and evidenced-informed practice.

The care coordinator will conduct advanced patient assessment using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) documentation and will lead others in provision of community-based services essential to achieving, maintaining and improving health and well-being by preventing illness, treating health issues and injuries, and participating in the diagnosis and management chronic conditions across the lifespan. Other related clinic duties may be required as needed.

Flexible hours are required (combination of days, evenings, and weekends required).

The Registered Nurse IIC reports to the Regional Primary Health Care Program Manager responsible for the service.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Occasionally moves/lifts objects between 10 - 30 lbs., pushing and files, charts and equipment.
Constantly sits to perform work on a computer to do research, write policies/procedures/manuals, prepare presentations, and read and prepare documents.
Regularly consults/interacts with other departments, units, and hospitals to coordinate timely patient/client/resident flow and to communicate regarding division/unit issues.
Regularly stands or walks to perform audits, give presentations, respond to patient/client/resident complaints and collaborate with the health care team to resolve issues.
Regularly performs fine finger/precision work on the computer or with machines that require accurate control and steadiness.
Visual concentration is required to view and report on documents, assess workplace situations, and/or to monitor the workplace regarding health, safety and risk management issues.

Job Qualifications
Graduation from an approved/recognized post-secondary nursing education program is required.
Current and continuing practicing licensure with the College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CRNNL) is required.
Minimum of five years of experience within the last seven years working in an autonomous/independent practice area is required, including at least two years of experience working in Primary Health Care.
Current BLS Certification is required.
Knowledge of continuous quality improvement concepts.
Demonstrated competency in organizational, leadership, interpersonal, team-building, communication, teaching and decision-making skills.
Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently.
Demonstrated progressive leadership.
Evidence of active involvement or willingness to participate in continuing professional education development.
Membership in professional organizations/special interest groups is an asset.
A valid Newfoundland and Labrador Class 5 Driver's License and the use of a private vehicle are conditions of employment.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

  • Electronic Medical Records (EMR) training is required and will be provided upon hire.

Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.

If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the Eastern Health RNUNL Regional Bargaining Unit will be considered. If this is an internal and external posting, all applications will be accepted and preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the Eastern Health RNUNL Regional Bargaining Unit.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca
Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:
Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.
If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.

Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.