Home Dialysis Care Navigator

Humber River Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Humber River Health is seeking a Dialysis Liaison to join the Nephrology Program. The role focuses on organizing and providing home haemodialysis treatment within the HRH catchment, aligning with patient needs, time, supplies, and equipment in collaboration with the registered nurse.

The position is permanent part-time, with rotating shifts including days/evenings/weekends. Must have a Personal Support Worker certificate or equivalent, valid driver's license, and CPR/BCLS.

Qualifications

• Personal Support Worker certificate or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year experience in related field.
• Current BCLS & CPR Certificates.
• Valid driver license in good standing with reliable vehicle to travel within HRH’s community.
• Member of OPSWA preferred.
• Effective written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Must have the knowledge, skill, judgment and ability to work with patients in an understanding, sensitive and compassionate manner.
• Must be a self-directed individual with well-developed organizational skills.
• A positive attendance and work record is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist home hemodialysis patients with treatments within the home setting according to treatment plan while promoting quality of life for patients as directed by the nurse
• Must complete and maintain related records and documentation
• Must continuously observe patient and assist with necessary machine alarms; and must report to the primary registered nurse status changes and document
• Assists team with necessary supplies to provide haemodialysis treatments
• Responsible for correct use of equipment according to guidelines and protocols; and reports any piece of equipment that is out of order and remove it from use
• Follows all infection control precautions and protocols under the direction of the Registered Nurse
• Reports any requests or complaints made by the patient, and families to the Registered Nurse
• Reports any other concerns or issues to the Registered Nurse as required
• Works safely and ensure the safety of others by following established safe operating procedures, practices and policies and by reporting hazards and participating in Health & Safety training
• Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of work
• Attends and completes all required training, education and in-services as required
• Participates in Quality Assurance Program, and related quality improvement activities

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Personal Support Worker certificate or equivalent

Driver's license

Current BCLS & CPR Certificates

OPSWA membership preferred

Job description

Humber River Health is seeking a Dialysis Liaison to join the Nephrology Program. The role focuses on organizing and providing home haemodialysis treatment within the HRH catchment, aligning with patient needs, time, supplies, and equipment in collaboration with the registered nurse.

The position is permanent part-time, with rotating shifts including days/evenings/weekends. Must have a Personal Support Worker certificate or equivalent, valid driver's license, and CPR/BCLS.