GEM Nurse: Geriatric ED Care Specialist

Ross Memorial Hospital Corporation; Lindsay; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, Ontario, is seeking a Geriatric Emergency Management (GEM) Registered Nurse for a temporary full-time position in the Emergency Department. You will deliver expert geriatric assessment and coordinated care for frail seniors at risk of adverse outcomes.

The role focuses on reducing length of stay through thorough discharge planning and collaboration with internal and external partners, including community resources, to facilitate safe transitions.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Geriatrics, Palliative and or Emergency Nursing.
• Experience with comprehensive geriatric assessment, discharge planning, and community resource navigation.
• Advanced post-baccalaureate education in geriatric care such as PIECES, GPA, or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical assessment and care coordination for frail older adults in the ED.
• Lead discharge planning and coordinate with community partners to ensure safe transitions.
• Act as a clinical educator and system navigator to enhance geriatric care across the hospital and community.

Skills

Geriatrics experience

Discharge planning

Community resource navigation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Project leadership

Time management

Independent and collaborative practice

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

RN in Ontario (CNO registered)

Gerontological Nursing Certificate (CNA)

Post-baccalaureate geriatric care education (PIE-CES/GPA)

Job description

Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, Ontario, is seeking a Geriatric Emergency Management (GEM) Registered Nurse for a temporary full-time position in the Emergency Department. You will deliver expert geriatric assessment and coordinated care for frail seniors at risk of adverse outcomes.

The role focuses on reducing length of stay through thorough discharge planning and collaboration with internal and external partners, including community resources, to facilitate safe transitions.