Clinical Coordinator (RPN) - Reg. Full Time [MGS Cl.Crd. 1.00] Gibson Long Term Care Residence

AgeCare; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Clinical Coordinator to enhance the quality of care for residents in a long-term care environment. In this pivotal role, you will provide essential clinical support and education to nursing staff, ensuring that all residents receive the highest standard of care. You will lead initiatives focused on resident safety, compliance with regulations, and continuous quality improvement. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors and possess the skills to foster a compassionate and effective care environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience as a Registered Practical Nurse in long-term care preferred.
• Must have clinical education and current nursing registration in Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support and education to nursing staff and residents.
• Monitor nursing staff activities to ensure compliance with care standards.
• Lead clinical programs and evaluate their effectiveness.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Clinical Training Development

Communication Skills

Conflict Resolution

Education

Post-secondary education in nursing

Job description

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents’ homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

Position Summary

The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for providing clinical quality support, guidance and education to the residence’s nursing staff, residents, and their family members in order to ensure the continuing care needs of our residents are met.

The Clinical Coordinator assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for residents, visitors, and other staff members. All duties are performed in the best interest of the residents and their families, and in accordance with AgeCare’s vision, mission, and value statements.

Within the scope of this position, the Clinical Coordinator takes on a key role to continually provide an environment promoting a culture of resident safety and freedom from harm and injury.

Resident Relations

• Ensures all nursing staff are able to meet resident care needs by providing and supporting to oversee clinical education and training in topics such as palliative care, pain management, abuse prevention and awareness, etc.
• Monitors nursing staff activities to ensure that resident care standards are met and maintained in accordance with current policies and procedures.
• Responds to resident or family member concerns and ensures appropriate action is taken within decision-making authority and/or brings to the attention of the Director of Care.
• Facilitates/chairs/attends resident care conferences.

Leadership

• Collaborates with the Director of Care to evaluate nursing staff competencies and identify required education/training requirements.
• Leads clinical program and evaluates its effectiveness.
• Schedules, co-ordinates and facilitates/conducts in-service education programs to meet identified needs.
• Monitors mandatory education completion rates and follows up with staff as required.
• Participates/leads the Continuous Quality Improvement Process by completing audits.
• Provides leadership and direction to nursing staff in the provision of continuing care in the role of clinical nursing support.
• Ensures that resident care is consistent by constantly evaluating Personal Support Worker (PSW) work assignments and routines, residents care plans/programs.
• Leads and co-ordinates the documentation audits.
• Liaises with nursing department, committees, and multi-disciplinary departments to advance goals and quality improvement plans.
• Co-ordinates and communicates within the nursing department and external health care providers to ensure care plans are being followed and updated as required.
• Participates on the Resident Care Committee to develop and implement best practices throughout the organization.

Regulatory Compliance

• Provides support with investigations and makes recommendations on appropriate corrective action where a serious incident has occurred.
• Ensures that nursing staff is current in competencies, assessments, licensing, certification, and other educational/training requirements.
• Conducts duties in accordance with AgeCare’s policies and procedures, as well as government regulations, laws, and policies.
• Ensures that nursing policies are current and up to date.
• Understands and follows all health and safety policies and works safely to reduce the risk of injury to self, other staff members and residents. Promptly reports all actual or potentially hazardous situations.
• Maintains confidentiality of residents’ personal information.

Qualifications

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in an Assisted Living or Long-Term Care community is preferred.
• Prior experience working with Elderly Population(s).
• Must have clinical education.

Education:

• Post-secondary education in an accredited nursing program and current nursing registration in the province of Ontario (CNO).

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Good organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to develop and deliver clinical training.
• Knowledge of the Fixing Long-Term Care Homes Act (LTCHA) and policies and procedures for long-term care.
• Must possess excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills with the ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with residents and other staff members.
• Excellent conflict resolution skills.

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!