Overview
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Position Overview
The Home Care Program provides a broad range of services to assist people to safely remain in a community setting. Under the general supervision of the Manager Health Services and while demonstrating a commitment to the mission, vision and values of the WRHA, the Hospital Based Case Coordinator (HBCC) receives referrals and conducts assessments to determine eligibility for Home Care program supports. The HBCC, in collaboration with the client, family/carer and relevant interdisciplinary team members, develops, coordinates and evaluates the plan of care to support discharge from an acute care setting. The HBCC assists in determining if the client’s needs are best supported in a personal care home or alternate care environment. The HBCC provides professional intervention where appropriate. The HBCC establishes and maintains liaison with local health care services, hospital, community partners, and families/carers involved with the client.
Responsibilities
As described in the position overview above, the HBCC receives referrals, conducts assessments, coordinates and evaluates care plans, supports discharge planning, and liaises with health care partners and families.
Experience
- Minimum three years recent related nursing experience required (specific recent experience may be required in designated areas).
- Experience with Hospital-Based Case Coordination is an asset.
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
- Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.
- BN, BScMH is preferred.
Special Training
- Wound Care & Diabetes courses is an asset.
- Canadian Community Health Nurses Certification (CCHN) or relevant applicable certification an asset.
- Competence in Procura software and interRAI-HC assessment tool preferred.
Certification/Licensure/Registration
- Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM).
- CPR Training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with Employer policy.
- Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred.
- Valid Driver’s License and use of a vehicle.
Qualifications And Skills
- Knowledge of:
- College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses.
- Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses.
- Community Health Nurse Standards of Practice & Home Health Competencies.
- Scope of practice document as documented in the Registered Nurses Act.
- Regional/Facility unit policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
- Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Protection of Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act, WHMIS and related principles.
- Roles and responsibilities of members of the healthcare team.
- Principles of delegation/assignment.
- Principles of adult learning and teaching strategies.
- Personal Care Home application process.
- Alternate care environments suitable for community living.
- Competent in Windows-based computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
- Preference given to applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
- Demonstrated critical thinking/problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to assess for Home Care eligibility
- Ability to coordinate delivery of a broad range of professional and non-professional services.
- Ability to prioritize care for an individual or group(s).
- Ability to evaluate need for delegation/assignment and delegate/assign care appropriately.
- Ability to evaluate medical stability for safe discharge planning.
- Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
- Ability to liaise with agencies or facilities involved with clients and their families/carers.
- Ability to function in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
- Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations.
- Ability to perform independently and as a member of the healthcare team.
- Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
Physical Requirements
- Available to work days, evenings and weekends.
- Use of a reliable motor vehicle suitable for all environmental conditions.
- May be exposed to infectious diseases, blood and body fluids, toxic materials, noise, allergens, physical and emotional stress.
- May encounter aggressive and/or agitated clients/visitors.
There are conditions related to background checks and employment eligibility: a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check are required. A security check is considered current if obtained no more than six (6) months prior to start of employment. An employee may not hold two or more positions within the WRHA legal entity with a combined EFT greater than 1.0. Interviewed candidates may be asked to participate in a skills assessment. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.
Additional Notes
Please note that an applicant who does not meet posted qualifications may be considered in some cases. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.